faq

environment

	Who do I call for help with information and referrals?
	How do I find out more about the county's pesticide law?
	Where can I find information about recycling?
	Where can I get answers to questions regarding local recycling matters?
	Where can I find information about Household Recycling Events?
	How may I arrange to have my water tested and what can I test for?
	Are there fees for water tests?

Who do I call for help with information and referrals?
Dial 211 for help with information and referrals, including Health and Human Services.
More info:	http://www.westchestergov.com/departments_hotline_numbers.htm
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How do I find out more about the county's pesticide law?
Westchester County now has a pesticide notification law. Your neighbors are now required to give you 24 hours notice if they are spraying pesticides. To find out more about the law call 813-5000.
Contact Name:	Caren Halbfinger
Phone:	813-5013
Contact email:	mml7@Westchestergov.com
Dept:	Health
More info:	http://www.westchestergov.com/health/pesticideneighbornotification.htm
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Where can I find information about recycling?
We explain residential, business and commercial recycling in detail on our Web site. You'll also find Household Recycling Events dates and other useful materials to downlown and print. The county's recycling Hotline is (914) 813-5420. Or you can call United Way's help line: 2-1-1
Phone:	2-1-1
Dept:	Environmental Facilities
More info:	http://www.westchestergov.com/recycling
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Where can I get answers to questions regarding local recycling matters?
Each city, town and village in Westchester generalyy has recycling staff within its Department of public works or sanitation.
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Where can I find information about Household Recycling Events?
The most up-to-date schedule for Household Recycling Events can be found right here on this Web site. You can also learn more about what and what not recycle as it pertains to residential, small business and commercial recycling. Materials are available for download and printing.
More info:	http://www.westchestergov.com/environment_householdrecyclingschedule.htm
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How may I arrange to have my water tested and what can I test for?
Determining what to test for may involve several considerations. For more information on how to test your water contact us.
Contact Name:	Robert Cofer
Phone:	231-1771
Contact email:	rrc4@westchestergov.com
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Are there fees for water tests?
Yes, there is a fee for each water test performed. Free quotes and information are available.
Contact Name:	Robert Cofer
Phone:	231-1771
Contact email:	rrc4@westchestergov.com
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