Residents of Alameda County have multiple free and convenient options for safely disposing of leftover hazardous waste:

• Four drop-off facilities in Fremont, Hayward, Livermore and Oakland are open weekly
  • No charge for residents; fee-based program for small businesses
• Containers for batteries and light bulbs at hardware stores and public facilities
• One-day drop-off events held annually at additional sites throughout the county
  • Mattresses and box springs are also accepted at some one-day events
• For items not accepted at the facilities, alternative disposal options are promoted such as drug disposal sites located countywide

More information available here:  Household Hazardous Waste program