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SAFE PRODUCT DISPOSAL- BE PROACTIVE!
Posted 23 May 2019, 12:11 pm NDT
It is vital that the MICG have the cooperation of public to ensure that the Town Sewer System is protected, as well as your household sewer plumbing. Improper disposal of household materials and abrasive cleaning products can cause severe issues to the Town Municipal Sewage System. Improper disposal can cause over flow of our lift stations and blockages in the Town Sewer Lines.

By being proactive, it can also protect your home from possible sewer blockages and back- ups. Repairing these problems could be costly to the Town, as well as the homeowner.

Item that CANNOT be flushed:

Baby Wipes
House Disinfectant/Cleaning Wipes
Colostomy Bags
Condums and other Constraceptives
Deep Fryer Oil
Disposable Diapers
Medicines
Oil and Grease
Cleaning Rags and Cloths( ex-swiffer sweepers)
Tights and Pantyhose
Food wrappers
Bandages
Cigarettes and Cigars
Razors, Combs or Brushes
Cotton Ball or Cotton Swaps
Dental Floss
Food Waste(ex(s)- bones, cooking oil, etc)
Kitty Litter
Newspaper
Paper Towel
Sanitary pads and Tampons
Household Hazardous Waste

If you require further information, please contact the Town Office at (709)923-2221. Thank you for your continued cooperation!

Posted-May 23rd, 2019
 

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