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Disposal of Ordnance or Explosives Materials

  • Explosives and ordnance materials are not accepted at the City's HHW collection events.
  • Residents can dispose of explosives and ordnance material in one of two ways:
    • 1. Ordnance materials (shot gun shells and other small arms ammunition) in many cases can be dropped-off at a Police Department District Office.

      2. For large quantities, Call 911 and a police car can be dispatched from a District Office.