Trash Talk“Don’t Make a Mountain Out of a Land� ll” SUMMER 2015 756519

That’snotadrugdealer,that’syourmedicinecabinet!

54%ofpeoplegetthemedicinetheyabuseforFREEfromfamilyand/orfriends.

Beapartofthesolution

To learn more visit shastahhsa.net or thinkagainshasta.info

Secure.

Lock up your medications. Use a safe or place a lock on your medicine cabinet/drawer.

Never leave medications in a visible place, such as in a purse, where others could have access to them at home

Avoid sharing information with anyone about what drugs may be in your home.

Dispose.

Dispose of your medication at a drug take-back event: Or follow these simple instructions:

1) Keep medicine in its original container. 2) Mark out the patient information on the label. 3) For solid medications, such as pills or capsules,

place some water in the container. 4) Add something nontoxic that tastes bad, such as

kitty litter, sawdust, charcoal or cayenne pepper. 5) Close and seal the container lid tightly with packing

or duct tape. 6) If discarding blister packs, wrap in multiple layers of

duct tape. 7) Place container in a cardboard box or black trash

bag. 8) Place in the trash can close to garbage pickup time.

Monitor.

Maintain a monthly log of what meds you have and how many there are. You can print a log at www.shastahhsa.net

When your teen needs a prescription, make sure you as the parent/guardian are the one to dispense. Your child should not get his/her own drug.

Under AB341, businesses, public entities, and multi-

family units are required to participate in a recycling

program. Who needs to comply? • Businesses that generate 4 or more

cubic yards of trash per week. • Multi-family dwellings with 5 or more units (i.e. apartments, mobile home parks, etc.)

How do I comply?You can meet this regulation by doing one or more of the following: • Haul your recyclables to a recycler.

• Subscribe to curbside recycling service in your area. • Arrange for someone to pick up your recyclables.

For more information visit:www.calrecycle.ca.gov/Recycle/

Commercial/default.htm or contact Waste Management.

Does AB 341 Apply to Your Business?

www. co.shasta.ca.us/knowbeforeyougrow

Illegal marijuana grows can pose public health, safety and � re risks. Illegal grows have been associated with multiple environmental crimes includ-ing: unlawful hazardous waste disposal, illegal grading and wells, improper storage and use of hazardous materials (fuels/pesticides/fertilizers), poach-ing, water pollution, depositing sewage on the ground or in the water, and illegal dumping.

Know Before You GrowNew Restrictions on Medical Marijuana Cultivation

Shasta County Ordinance SCC 2014-02 places new restrictions on cultivating medical marijua-na. A list of Frequently Asked Questions, the new Cultivation Restrictions Brochure, and a complaint form can be found at the web page listed below.

It is the responsibility of the quali� ed patient or primary caregiver to know and under-stand the rules and restrictions for cultivation in Shasta County Ordinance SCC 2014-02. These

restrictions apply to parcels in the unincorporated

areas of Shasta County.

The Department of Resource Manage-

ment can assist you in determining if the parcel,

residence, and accessory build-ing proposed to be used for cul-tivation are legal and permitted, and can discuss all applicable building standards for cultiva-tion. For more information call 530-225-5761 or visit the website below.

Holiday ScheduleCurbside service will be one day late for residents with service days on or after Labor Day.

LABOR DAY

Mon., Sept. 7Tues., Sept. 8Wed., Sept. 9Thu., Sept. 10Fri., Sept. 11

Tues., Sept. 8Wed., Sept. 9Thu., Sept. 10Fri., Sept. 11Sat., Sept. 12

INDEPENDENCE DAY

RegularService Day

HolidayService Day

Anderson and West Central land� lls, Waste Management and City of Redding transfer

stations are closed Independence & Labor Day.

No change

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle & Disposal News for Waste Management customers in

Shasta County & the Cities of Anderson & Shasta Lake

Be Informed! Know Before You Grow!

EnvironmentalDamage

Need Help?

City of ReddingHousehold Hazardous Waste Facility

2255 Abernathy Lane, ReddingThurs. - Sat., 9am-4pm, 530-224-6201

www.ci.redding.ca.us/solwaste/hhwprice.htm

Keep Your Home & Family Safe! Households in Shasta County and its cities can bring � ammables, fuels, fertilizers, pesticides, pool chemicals, paints, used motor oil and � lters, batteries, Sharps, and other household hazard-ous waste (HHW) for free proper disposal to:

Call for

details &

limits onHHW

ALL OUTDOOR

GROWS ARE PROHIBITED

PLEASE DIRECT DISPOSAL SERVICE CALLS TO:Waste Management8592 Commercial WayRedding, CA 96002(530) 221-4784 or 221-6526 or www.wm.com

Trash Talk is printed on recycled paper in partnership with the City of Anderson, City of Shasta Lake, and Waste Management

That’snotadrugdealer,that’syourmedicinecabinet!

54%ofpeoplegetthemedicinetheyabuseforFREEfromfamilyand/orfriends.

Beapartofthesolution

To learn more visit shastahhsa.net or thinkagainshasta.info

Secure.

Lock up your medications. Use a safe or place a lock on your medicine cabinet/drawer.

Never leave medications in a visible place, such as in a purse, where others could have access to them at home

Avoid sharing information with anyone about what drugs may be in your home.

Dispose.

Dispose of your medication at a drug take-back event: Or follow these simple instructions:

1) Keep medicine in its original container. 2) Mark out the patient information on the label. 3) For solid medications, such as pills or capsules,

place some water in the container. 4) Add something nontoxic that tastes bad, such as

kitty litter, sawdust, charcoal or cayenne pepper. 5) Close and seal the container lid tightly with packing

or duct tape. 6) If discarding blister packs, wrap in multiple layers of

duct tape. 7) Place container in a cardboard box or black trash

bag. 8) Place in the trash can close to garbage pickup time.

Monitor.

Maintain a monthly log of what meds you have and how many there are. You can print a log at www.shastahhsa.net

When your teen needs a prescription, make sure you as the parent/guardian are the one to dispense. Your child should not get his/her own drug.

Recycling Bins for Schools & Community Groups

Safe Disposal of Medication Could Save Lives

Schools and community groups can request different styles of recycling bins to collect bever-age containers, and redeem the containers for the CRV (California Redeption Value: 225-5789

Curbside recycling bins or recycling pick-up ser-vice must be requested through Waste Management: 221-4784

Properly dispose of household medical waste using these methods:1. Do not dispose of medication down the toilet or drains. 2. Keep the medication in its original container.3. Modify the medication to discourage consumption. * Pills or Capsules: Add a small amount of water to dissolve. * Liquid medication: Add something non-toxic, such as salt, � our, charcoal, or non-toxic powdered spice, like turmeric or mustard to discourage consumption. * Blister packs: Wrap in multiple layers of duct tape or electrical tape.4. Seal and conceal. Tape the medication lid shut. Place in a bag or other container.5. Discard the bag or container containing the medication in your trash cart.

Disposal guidelines at Drug Take-Back events may be di� erent than those listed above. Check events online at:

www.dea.gov or call 530-245-6858

Shasta County Transfer Station LocationsIf your trash or recycling needs are more than your collection contain-ers can hold, then please use one of Shasta County’s 10 transfer sta-tions, with convenient locations throughout the County. For days and hours of operation call 225-5661 or visit: www.co.shasta.ca.us and search for ‘Transfer Stations’

Sites marked with recycling arrows accept recyclables. Call to � nd out what items are accepted: 225-5789BUCKEYE East side of Lake Blvd., 1/2 mi. north of Pine Grove Rd. intersection

BURNEY Next to the east side of Black Ranch Rd., 1 mi. north of HWY 299

FALL RIVER MILLS In Cassel on Fall River Mills Rd., 2 mi. south of Fall River Mills

FRENCH GULCH Cline Gulch Rd., 1 mi. from Trinity Mountain Rd.LAKEHEAD Lakeshore Dr., 1/2 mi. north of Lakehead.OLD SHASTA Middle Creek Rd., 1/2 mi. north of HWY 299 near Old Shasta

PLATINA Cow Gulch Rd., 1/2 mi. north of HWY 36 near PlatinaROUND MOUNTAIN Terry Mill Rd., 1/2 mi. east of HWY 299SHINGLETOWN North of HWY 44, 4 1/2 mi. northeast of Shingletown

WHITMORE Whitmore Rd., 1/8 mi. west of Whitmore

PLEASE DIRECT NEWSLETTER COMMENTS TO:Shasta County Department of Resource ManagementCommunity Education Section1855 Placer Street, Suite 200, Redding, CA 96001Visit us online: recycle.co.shasta.ca.us(530) 225-5789 or 1-800-528-2850 or recycle@co.shasta.ca.us

54% of people get the

medicine

they abuse for FREE from

family and/or friends.