The Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment (WCDPHE) invites all Weld County residents to participate in a tire disposal event on Saturday, Aug. 3, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Center, 1311 North 17th Avenue in Greeley.
Participants can turn in up to four passenger car or light truck tires. The tires must be off rim and will be accepted at the discretion of HHW staff. Reservations are required to schedule a drop-off time on the HHW webpage. This pilot program is designed to reduce waste and minimize the environmental impact of improperly disposed tires. Previously limited to residents of unincorporated Weld County, the event is now open to all Weld County residents.
“We are glad that we are able to expand this pilot program to all residents of Weld County,” said WCDPHE director Jason Chessher. “We hope that a lot of people take advantage of this opportunity and dispose of their old tires responsibly.”
Old tires can pose significant environmental hazards, including becoming breeding grounds for mosquitoes and other pests, as well as contributing to landfill waste. By providing a convenient disposal option, WCDPHE hopes to encourage residents to participate in environmentally friendly practices and dispose of unwanted tires the right way.
For more information and to sign up for a drop-off time, please visit weld.gov/go/hhw or call (970) 400-2217.
