Memorial Day Recycling Schedule:
No Collection - Mon., 5/29/23
- Mendham Twp.'s next collection, 6/5/23
single-stream collection (all recyclables). - Wharton's make-up Fri., 6/2/23
Transfer Stations Closed
Memorial Day Mon., 5/29/23

Transfer Station Schedule
(Closed Sundays)
- Mt. Olive Mon-Fri 7:30am-3pm; Sat 7:30am-11am
- Parsippany Mon-Fri 7am-3pm; Sat 7:30am-11am

Morris County
Municipal Utilties Authority
Memorial Day Recycling Schedule:
No Collection - Mon., 5/29/23
- Mendham Twp.'s next collection, 6/5/23
single-stream collection (all recyclables). - Wharton's make-up Fri., 6/2/23
Transfer Stations Closed
Memorial Day Mon., 5/29/23
Transfer Station Schedule
(Closed Sundays)
- Mt. Olive Mon-Fri 7:30am-3pm; Sat 7:30am-11am
- Parsippany Mon-Fri 7am-3pm; Sat 7:30am-11am

F.A.Q. Photo Chemicals
The MCMUA operates one of NJ's most comprehensive household hazardous waste (HHW) programs. This F.A.Q. page and information on hazardous materials is intended as a guide about HHW materials as well as the MCMUA's HHW program. This information is a general guide and does not constitute official rule, regulation or law.
Hazardous Waste Materials
- Adhesives
- Aerosols
- Antifreeze
- Appliances (CFCs)
- Art & Crafts
- Asbestos
- Batteries (Auto & Boat)
- Batteries, Household (dry cell)
- Cell Phones
- Compressed Gas Cylinders
- Driveway Sealer
- Electronics
- Fire Extinguishers
- Fluorescents
- Gasoline
- Medical Waste
- Kerosene
- Mercury
- Motor Oil & Filters
- Muriatic Acid (HCl)
- Paints & Stains
- Pesticides
- Photo Chemicals
- Pool Chemicals
- Propane
- Rock Salt
- Smoke Detectors
- Solvents
- Wood with Lead Paint
Hazards
- Silver may be found in significant concentrations in fixer solution. Silver is a toxic contaminant that can disturb the biological action of a sewage treatment plant and harm aquatic life such as fish and other organisms.
- Some fixer solutions are corrosive and can burn skin and eyes.
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Some individuals are allergic to sulphites in photoprocessing solutions.
Handling
- Protect eyes from splashes and skin from direct contact.
- Store solutions in plastic buckets or bottles. Keep containers tightly closed when not in use.
- Clearly label containers with the contents.
- Store materials in a secure area that is locked and out of reach of children.
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Keep dark room ventilated when using photographic chemicals.
Management Options
- First, consult the manfacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) for information,
- Photographic waste liquids should NOT be poured down the drain if connected to a septic system.
- In sewered areas, developer and rinse solutions may be poured down the drain, however first check with your local sewerage authority for confirmation prior to disposal.
- Some local photo processing businesses may accept silver bearing fixer waste for recycling and management.
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Take spent fixer solutions to a HHW collection or commercial hazardous waste facility.