MEDIA CONTACT:  Julie Willmot
(609) 278-7137

TRENTON, N.J.—On Saturday, May 8 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Mercer County Improvement Authority will host an Electronic Waste Recycling Day for County residents who would like to recycle used electronics.

The event will take place rain or shine in the parking lot of the Sun National Bank Center.  While no registration is necessary, please note that the event is open to Mercer County residents only, and attendees will need to show proof of residency, such as a driver’s license.  No commercial or industrial waste will be accepted, nor will household chemicals be accepted.  For questions or more information, individuals should call (609) 278-8086 or visit www.mcia-nj.com.

Acceptable used electronic items include:  Televisions, stereos, computers, laptops, central processing units (CPUs), modems, printers, keyboards, computer mouses, fax machines, copiers, circuit boards, monitors, electrical wire, scanners, phones/telecommunications equipment, microwave ovens, networking equipment, VCRs, and camera equipment.

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WHAT: Mercer County Improvement Authority hosts Electronic Waste Disposal Day
WHEN: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, May 8, 2010
WHERE: Sun National Bank Center parking lot, Hamilton Avenue at Route 129, Trenton.