Can I throw out liquids like oil or paint?
Laws in the state of Michigan make it illegal for us to take any liquids (even water), because we cannot guarantee what chemicals those liquids might contain. It is also an issue of safety for our workers, who may be sprayed with the liquids when the truck compacts your trash.
You may dispose of latex paint only if you remove and throw away the lid, then mix the paint with kitty litter and let it harden. For all other liquids, you will need to dispose of them through the county's Home Toxic Center:
Bring leftover, unwanted toxic products in their original container to the Washtenaw County’s Home Toxics Center, (734) 222-3950 705 N. Zeeb Road, near Jackson Road, open 9-Noon the first three Saturdays of each month (excluding holiday weekends) and by appointment for the other days and during winter months.