Latest News from the Environmental Division:
Electronic Waste Recycling Event
Wednesday, May 23rd from 11:00am - 1:00pm, residents and small businesses can drop off their unwanted or broken electronic waste for recylcing. There will be collection at two Olathe locations and a fee will apply for TVs ($15) and monitors ($10); all other acceptable items will be free.
How do I properly dispose of my yard waste now that it can't go to the landfill?
Yard waste may still be picked up at curbside by your hauler, but it will be composted or mulched instead of going to the landfill. Residents can also choose to manage their yard waste on their own with a backyard compost bin or using a mulching mower. View our yard waste option in Johnson County poster.
Trashology 101: Waste Reduction Curriculum for grades 3-5
The Environmental Department has created an educational curriculum on waste management called Trashology 101. The new curriculum is targeted to students in grades 3-5 (ages 8-11) and their teachers, families, youth-serving organizations such as scout groups, recreational clubs, and faith-based organizations. DOWNLOAD FOR FREE.
Ewaste Recycling boasts E-Stewards Certification
Johnson County offers monthly ewaste collection events the second Saturday of each month from 8:00am-11:30am (by appointment only). The local vendor, Extreme Recycling, recently announced they are the first in the state of Kansas to receive the honor of e-steward certification, an award designated to only those that meet stringent environmental and socially responsible standards in the electronics recycling industry.