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raid
nitrous oxide
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California redemption value
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terrarium
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Chains
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Composting Workshops
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Costume Rentals
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hair spray
spray paint
lysol
disinfectant
WD-40
bug spray
raid
Empty Motor Oil Containers
Empty Paint Cans
Empty Propane Tanks (without valve)
Energy Efficiency Rebates
Environmental Remediation
Erosion Control
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prevention
Eyeglasses
Fans
Farmers Markets
flee
market
swap
Fax Machine
Fertilizer
Fiberglass
Fire Extinguishers
Fire Retardant Chemicals
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Flares
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twist ties
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Foreign Money
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Free Needles/Sharps Container
Free Oil Recycling Drain Pans
Freezer
Frozen Food Boxes
Fungicides
Furniture
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upholstery
desk
couch
sofa
loveseat
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coffee table
Armour
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chest
tv stand
entertainment stand
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pantry
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Game Console
x-box
play station
game cube
sega
wii
Nintendo
Garage Doors
Garbage Disposal
Gasoline
fuel
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Gift Boxes
Gift Wrap
Glass Bottles (CRV)
Glass Jars
Glassware
drinking
glasses
wine
rocks
champagne
Gleaners
Golf Clubs
GPS Console
Graduation Gowns
Grass Clippings
Grease
Green Waste/Yard Trimmings
Gym Equipment
treadmill
Hair Clippers
trimmer
shaver
hair cut
Hair Curler
Hair Dryer
blow dryer
Hair Dye
Hair Straightener
flat iron
Halogen Light Bulbs
neon light
Hard Drive Destruction
Hazardous Waste Haulers
Headphones
ear buds
Hearing Aids
Helium Tank
Herbicide/Garden Chemicals
round up
miracle grow
ortho
weed killer
grass killer
Horse Manure
Hose
Hot Tub
jacuzzi
spa
Household Batteries
Household Cleaners
cleaning supplies
bleach
windex
lysol
pine sol
grout
409
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Household Hazardous Waste Pick Up
Housing Complaints
Ice Maker
Ice Plant
succulent
Ice/Gel Packs
Incandescent Light Bulbs
Injured Animal Rescue
Inkjet Cartridges
Insecticides/Bug Spray
spectraside
ortho
round up
bioadvanced
killer
Insulation
iPad
iPhone
iPod
Jeans/Denim
Jewelry
ear rings
earrings
ring
necklace
bracelet
broach
Junk Haulers
Junk Mail
K-cups
Karaoke Machine
Kerosene
Key Board
Keys
Knife
Laboratory Equipment
Landfill/Dump
Laptop
Lawn Sprinklers
Lawnmowers
Lead
Leather Accessories
LED Lights
Lighter Fluid
butane
sterno
Lighting Fixtures
lamp
Lithium Ion Battery
Lubricant
Luggage
suitcase
bag
backpack
lunch bag
pouch
Lumber
Magazines
Marine Batteries
Mascara Wands
Mattress
bed
Medical Electronic Waste
c-pap
Medications/Prescription Drugs
pills
Mercury
Mesh Plastic Produce Bags
Metal Pipe/Wire
Metal Recycling Haulers
Metal Scrap
Microwave
Mini Fridge
Mirror without Frame
mirror
Mixed Construction (C&D) Debris
Mobile Homes
trailer
camper
Mobility Scooters/Powerchairs
Mold
Motor Oil Haulers
Motor Oil mixed with Liquid
contaminated
water
Motorcycle Batteries
Musical Instruments
guitar
violin
base
drums
microphone
harmonica
flute
saxaphone
chello
piano
Nail Polish
Nail Polish Remover
Acetone
Needles/Sharps
syringes
syringe
razor
blade
knife
Neon Signs
Newspaper
Oil Filters
Organics (food scraps and food-soiled paper)
food
scraps
paper
Outdoor Gear Rentals
Oven
Oxygen Tanks
Paddleboard
Paint
Paint Stripper
Paint Thinner
Painted/Treated Wood
Paktech
Pantyhose
Paper Bags
Paper Cups
Paper Recycling Haulers
Paper Shredder
Paper Shredding Services
Patio Furniture
chair
table
lounge
Patio Heater
PCBs
Pedometers
step counter
Perfume
body spray
cologne
eau de toilette
Personal Hygiene Products/Toiletries
deodorant
soap
shampoo
conditioner
toilet paper
diapers
tampons
pads
baby wipes
razors
lotion
cue tips
cotton balls
makeup
mascara
lipstick
eye liner
beauty
cosmetics
pumps
Pesticides
spectracide
round up
ortho
killer
bait
gopher
wondercide
Pet Food
dog
cat
gerbil
horse
bird
animal
feed
Petromat
Phone books
Photographic Chemicals
Pillows
Pizza Boxes
Plant Pots
Plastic Bags and Film
Plastic Bottles (CRV)
water bottle
soda bottle
Plastic Lids
Plastic Recycling Haulers
Plastic Toys
barbie
doll
lego
Plastics #1 PET (Not CRV)
Plastics #2 HDPE (Not CRV)
Plastics #3 PVC (Not CRV)
Plastics #4 LDPE (Not CRV)
Plastics #5 PP (Not CRV)
Plastics #6 Polystyrene Blocks (Not CRV)
Plastics #6 Polystyrene Peanuts (Not CRV)
packing peanuts
packing
peanuts
styrofoam
Plastics #6 Styrofoam (Not CRV)
Plastics #7 Other (Not CRV)
Plate Glass
pieces
broken
mirror
Poison
Pool Chemicals
chlorine
oxidizer
ph
Pool Table
Pot and pans
Pots and Pans
skillets
griddle
Power Strips
power cord
cord
extension cord
Power Tools
saw
drill
compressor
sander
gun
nail gun
chainsaw
leaf blower
grinder
hammer
Power Washer
Pressure Cooker
Printers
Projector
Propane Cylinder (Small)
Propane Tanks
Pumpkins
PVC Pipe
Pyrex
R.V.'s
Radiator
Radio/Stereo
Railroad Ties
Rain Barrel Rebates
Range Hood
Razor Blades
Rebar
Rechargeable Batteries
Record Player
turn table
Recycle
Recycling Info/Flyers Requested
Refill Stores
bulk stores
Refrigerator
Remotes
control
Repair Workshops
fix-it
Report Abandoned Hazardous Waste
Report Illegal Dumping
Report Stormwater Complaint
flooding
drain
road
Report Water Waste
Request Stormwater Information
Rock
Roof Shingles
tiles
slates
Roofing Tar
Root Ball
Rope
Rust Remover
Sand
Sandbags
Satellite Dish
Scanners
Scooter Batteries
Sealant/Caulking
Sewing Machine
Sharpening Services
Shoes
Shower
Shower Door
Shredded Paper
Single-use Cups
Sink
Six-Pack Rings
Skateboard
Skis
Sliding Door
Small Tires
Smoke Detectors
Snowboard
Solar Panels
Solvents
Speaker
Stained Glass
Stamps
Stationary Bicycle
Steel Cans
Steel Lids
Steel/Iron
Stove
Stucco
Stuffed Animals
Sunglasses
Surfboard
Swap Meet
Tablet
Tanning Bed
Tarp
Telephone Poles
Telephones
Television
tv
t.v.
Temporary Recycling/Trash Bin Service for Events
Textbooks
Thermometer
Thermostat
Thrift Stores
Tile
Tin Cans
Tire Collection Events
Tires
Toaster
Toilets
Toner Cartridges
Tool Lending Library
Tools
pliers
driver
hammer
wrench
saw
drill
screw
Tractor Tires
Transfer Stations
Transmission Fluid
Trash Collection/Waste Hauler
Trash Compactor
Tree Stumps
Trees
Trophies
Trucks
Turpentine
Typewriter
Tyvek Envelopes
Unpainted Wood
Untreated Wood
USB Drive
Used Motor Oil
engine oil
Vacuum Cleaner
Varnish/Lacquer
polyurethane
VCR
Vermicomposting Workshops
VHS Tapes
video tapes
magnetic tape
Video Cameras
camcorder
recorder
Video Games
Vinyl
Walkie Talkies
Wall Heater
Warming Drawer
Washer
washing machine
washing
Watch
Water Conservation Rebates
Water Conservation Workshops
Water Filters
Water Heater
Water Softener
Wax
polish
shine
buff
gloss
varnish
Waxed Cardboard
Weather Stations
Weed Wacker
Wetsuit
Wheelchairs
Window
Window Blinds
Window Screen
Wine Bottles
Wine Cooler
Wine Cork
Wood Chipper
Wood Pallets
Wood Stain
X-ray Film
Yarn
Yoga Mats
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Household Batteries
Lithium Ion Battery
Marine Batteries
Motorcycle Batteries
Rechargeable Batteries
Scooter Batteries
California Redemption Value
Aluminum Cans (CRV)
Glass Bottles (CRV)
Plastic Bottles (CRV)
Composting
Compost (Drop-off)
Compost (Pick-up)
Composting Bin Rebates
Composting Workshops
Horse Manure
Vermicomposting Workshops
Construction and Demolition
Acoustic Ceiling Tile
Asphalt
Brick/Masonry
Cabinets
Carpet
Cement Mixer
Ceramic
Concrete
Deconstruction Services
Dirt
Doors
Drywall
Garage Doors
Insulation
Lumber
Metal Pipe/Wire
Mixed Construction (C&D) Debris
Petromat
PVC Pipe
Rebar
Rock
Roof Shingles
Sand
Sliding Door
Stained Glass
Stucco
Tile
Tools
Window
Wood Chipper
Curbside Recycling
Bin Cleaning Service
Curbside Recycling Programs
Trash Collection/Waste Hauler
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Energy Efficiency
Energy Efficiency Rebates
Glass
Broken Glass
Glass Jars
Glassware
Plate Glass
Pyrex
Shower Door
Wine Bottles
Hauling Services
Bulky Item Collection
Cooking Oil Haulers
Hazardous Waste Haulers
Junk Haulers
Metal Recycling Haulers
Motor Oil Haulers
Paper Recycling Haulers
Plastic Recycling Haulers
Household Appliances
Air Conditioner
Dishwasher
Dryer
Freezer
Garbage Disposal
Ice Maker
Microwave
Mini Fridge
Oven
Power Washer
Range Hood
Refrigerator
Sewing Machine
Stove
Trash Compactor
Vacuum Cleaner
Wall Heater
Warming Drawer
Washer
Water Heater
Water Softener
Wine Cooler
Household Electronics
Air Purifiers
Amplifier
Blenders
Calculator
Cameras
Cassette Player
CD/DVD
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Cell Phones
Christmas Lights
Clock
Clothing Iron
Coffee Maker
Computer Tower
Copy Machine
Cords
Desktop Computer Monitor
Electric Generator
Electronic Ballasts
Electronic Cigarette
Electronic Toothbrush
Electronic Waste
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Fans
Fax Machine
Floppy Disks
Game Console
GPS Console
Hair Clippers
Hair Curler
Hair Dryer
Hair Straightener
Hard Drive Destruction
Headphones
Inkjet Cartridges
iPad
iPhone
iPod
Karaoke Machine
Key Board
Laptop
Lighting Fixtures
Paper Shredder
Pedometers
Power Strips
Pressure Cooker
Printers
Projector
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Remotes
Satellite Dish
Scanners
Smoke Detectors
Solar Panels
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Telephones
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Typewriter
USB Drive
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VHS Tapes
Video Cameras
Video Games
Walkie Talkies
Weather Stations
Household Goods
Aquarium
Arts and Crafts
Baby Stroller
BBQ/Grill
Bed Frames
Bicycle Inner Tubes
Bicycle Tires
Binders
Binoculars
Box Spring
Camera Film
Car Seat
Chainsaw
Clothes Hangers (Plastic)
Coffee Mugs
Cooking Oil
Desk Chair
Diapers (Unused/New)
Eyeglasses
Food Packaging
Foreign Money
Furniture
Halogen Light Bulbs
Hose
Ice/Gel Packs
Incandescent Light Bulbs
Jewelry
Knife
Lawn Sprinklers
Lawnmowers
Leather Accessories
LED Lights
Luggage
Mascara Wands
Mattress
Medications/Prescription Drugs
Mirror without Frame
Musical Instruments
Patio Furniture
Personal Hygiene Products/Toiletries
Pot and pans
Power Tools
Rope
Stamps
Sunglasses
Tarp
Trophies
Watch
Water Filters
Weed Wacker
Window Blinds
Window Screen
Wine Cork
Household Hazardous Materials
Acid
Adhesives
Aerosol Spray Cans
Ammunition
Antifreeze/Coolant
Asbestos
Brake Fluid
Degreasers
Diesel
Disinfectants
Fertilizer
Fire Retardant Chemicals
Flares
Fluorescent Light Bulbs
Fluorescent Light Tubes
Free Needles/Sharps Container
Fungicides
Gasoline
Grease
Hair Dye
Herbicide/Garden Chemicals
Household Cleaners
Household Hazardous Waste
Insecticides/Bug Spray
Kerosene
Lighter Fluid
Lubricant
Mercury
Mold
Motor Oil mixed with Liquid
Nail Polish
Nail Polish Remover
Needles/Sharps
Neon Signs
Paint
Paint Stripper
Paint Thinner
PCBs
Perfume
Pesticides
Photographic Chemicals
Poison
Pool Chemicals
Propane Cylinder (Small)
Propane Tanks
Roofing Tar
Rust Remover
Sealant/Caulking
Solvents
Telephone Poles
Thermometer
Thermostat
Transmission Fluid
Turpentine
Varnish/Lacquer
Wax
Wood Stain
Landfills
Landfill/Dump
Transfer Stations
Medical Supplies
Arm Slings
Cast Boots
Crutches
Hearing Aids
Laboratory Equipment
Medical Electronic Waste
Mobility Scooters/Powerchairs
Wheelchairs
X-ray Film
Metals
Aluminum Foil
Aluminum Foil Pans
Aluminum Scrap
Bicycle Parts
Catalytic Converter
Chain (Metal)
Clothes Hangers (Metal)
Copper/Brass
Empty Aerosol Spray Cans
Empty Paint Cans
Empty Propane Tanks (without valve)
Fire Extinguishers
Helium Tank
Keys
Lead
Metal Scrap
Oxygen Tanks
Patio Heater
Pots and Pans
Radiator
Razor Blades
Recycle
Steel Cans
Steel Lids
Steel/Iron
Tin Cans
Motor Oil
Free Oil Recycling Drain Pans
Oil Filters
Used Motor Oil
Paper
Books
Cardboard
Cartons
Coffee Sleeves
Copy Paper
Egg Carton
Frozen Food Boxes
Gift Bag
Gift Boxes
Gift Wrap
Junk Mail
Magazines
Newspaper
Paper Bags
Paper Cups
Paper Shredding Services
Phone books
Pizza Boxes
Shredded Paper
Textbooks
Waxed Cardboard
Perishables
Coffee Grounds
Food (Non-perishable)
Food (Perishable)
Organics (food scraps and food-soiled paper)
Pet Food
Pumpkins
Plastics
Bottle Cap
Bubble Wrap
CD/DVD Cases
Clamshell
Empty Motor Oil Containers
Fishing Line
K-cups
Mesh Plastic Produce Bags
Paktech
Plastic Bags and Film
Plastic Lids
Plastic Toys
Plastics #1 PET (Not CRV)
Plastics #2 HDPE (Not CRV)
Plastics #3 PVC (Not CRV)
Plastics #4 LDPE (Not CRV)
Plastics #5 PP (Not CRV)
Plastics #6 Polystyrene Blocks (Not CRV)
Plastics #6 Polystyrene Peanuts (Not CRV)
Plastics #6 Styrofoam (Not CRV)
Plastics #7 Other (Not CRV)
Single-use Cups
Six-Pack Rings
Tyvek Envelopes
Vinyl
Yoga Mats
Recycling Resources
Commercial Recycling Collection
Dumpster Rental
Recycling Info/Flyers Requested
Temporary Recycling/Trash Bin Service for Events
Residential Services
Dead Animal Removal
Environmental Remediation
Household Hazardous Waste Pick Up
Housing Complaints
Injured Animal Rescue
SD County Services
Erosion Control
Report Stormwater Complaint
Request Stormwater Information
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Golf Clubs
Gym Equipment
Paddleboard
Pool Table
Skateboard
Skis
Snowboard
Stationary Bicycle
Surfboard
Tanning Bed
Wetsuit
Textiles
Bedding
Clothes/Clothing/Fabric
Formal Dress
Graduation Gowns
Jeans/Denim
Pantyhose
Pillows
Shoes
Stuffed Animals
Yarn
Water Conservation
Rain Barrel Rebates
Report Water Waste
Sandbags
Water Conservation Rebates
Water Conservation Workshops
Wood
Dry Wood
Painted/Treated Wood
Railroad Ties
Unpainted Wood
Untreated Wood
Wood Pallets
Yard Debris
Bamboo
Branches
Chipping Events
Christmas Tree
Grass Clippings
Green Waste/Yard Trimmings
Ice Plant
Plant Pots
Root Ball
Tree Stumps
Trees
Zero Waste Lifestyle
Costume Rentals
Farmers Markets
Gleaners
Outdoor Gear Rentals
Refill Stores
Repair Workshops
Report Abandoned Hazardous Waste
Report Illegal Dumping
Sharpening Services
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Thrift Stores
Tool Lending Library
Zero Waste Workshops
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