The Authority’s June 2026 Household Hazardous Waste and Document Shredding Day is a Success

MILLVILLE, NEW JERSEY. (June 19, 2026) – The Authority hosted its second Household Hazardous Waste and Document Shredding event of 2026 on Saturday, June 6 from 8:00am until 2:00pm. Co-sponsored by the City of Millville, Cumberland County Utilities Authority, and Landis Sewerage Authority, the event was held at The Authority’s Solid Waste Complex, located at 169 Jesse Bridge Road, Millville, NJ 08332.

Throughout the year, The Authority hosts three Household Hazardous Waste and Document Shredding events that allow Cumberland County residents to properly dispose of their household hazardous waste and safely shred any personal and financial documents, free of charge. In total, 562 Cumberland County vehicles attended the June 2026 event, with multiple attendees coming from thirteen of fourteen Cumberland County municipalities.

“I am thankful for all the Cumberland County residents that continuously take the time to properly dispose of their household hazardous waste with us, and we are proud to provide this service, free of charge,” explained Cumberland County Recycling and Clean Communities Coordinator, Samantha DeFrancisco. “We are looking forward to our final event of 2026.”

As a result of the June 6 event 6.53 tons (13,060 pounds) of hazardous waste were properly disposed. In addition, 800 gallons of used oil were collected. Furthermore, 5.35 tons (10,700 pounds) of documents were shredded and recycled during the June event. A total of 2.54 tons (5,071 pounds) of electronic waste were collected, sorted, stacked, and shipped out for recycling.

The final Household Hazardous Waste and Document Shredding event of 2026 will take place on Saturday, September 12 from 8:00am until 2:00pm at The Authority’s Solid Waste Complex.

“The Authority continues to improve the tomorrow of Cumberland County, as Household Hazardous Waste and Document Shredding events allow residents to safely dispose of their hazardous waste, free of charge. Thank you to our community partners for their continued support of our annual hazardous waste collection events,” said Dale Jones, Chairman.

As a reminder for upcoming events, all materials to be shredded must be clean and free of debris, such as paper clips, plastics, notebooks, binders, batteries, and should only be of sensitive, personal information. Junk mail, magazines, and books will not be accepted at future shred events.

To facilitate collections between events, residents can dispose of electronic waste and used motor oil at their municipal drop off center and participating auto parts stores. For more information, visit theauthoritynj.com/recycling-dropoff/.

Freon, CFCs/refrigerators, air conditioners, coolers, tires, concrete, and wood are not accepted at Household Hazardous Waste events. Residents can properly dispose of them at the Solid Waste Complex for a fee, during normal business hours. Also not accepted is latex paint, which is water-based and non-hazardous. To properly dispose of latex paint, mix paint with clay-based kitty litter or Speedy Dry so the can is three-fourths full. Allow the paint/kitty litter or Speedy Dry mixture to absorb until it is no longer pourable. Replace the lid and dispose of the paint can with household trash.

For more information on proper household hazardous waste disposal, visit theauthoritynj.com/hazardous-waste-disposal/.

In addition to its environmental related initiatives, The Authority is responsible for the development, financing and project management of projects and programs most vital to sustaining the economic and environmental future of Cumberland County and the state of New Jersey. The Authority works in tandem with the Cumberland County Board of Chosen County Commissioners to foster greater economic growth, business development and quality of life for all Cumberland County residents.