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1. How do I get rid of my household hazardous waste (i.e. paint, unused medication, sharps, batteries, etc)?

You may dispose of your household hazardous waste at an approved Alameda County facility. About drop off, acceptability, and location of other Alameda County facilities, call Alameda County Household Hazardous Waste (800) 606-6606 or visit their website

2. Where can I donate reusable items?

Click on the link below to visit Stopwaste.org for a list of locations to take your reusable items. These items may include: bubble wrap, computers, phones, appliances, furniture and clothing. www.Stopwaste.org

3. How do I get rid of miscellaneous large items?

Fremont residents with individual curbside garbage service
are eligible for two free on-call Bulky Goods pickups annually.
Items collected include large appliances, microwave ovens,
furniture, televisions, stereos, and computers. Recyclable
items like computers and televisions will be salvaged as part of
the service. No hazardous material (car batteries, pesticides,
paint, etc.) or construction and demolition debris (concrete,
dirt, roofing, etc.) will be accepted. Call Republic Services for
details, and to schedule a Bulky Goods appointment.