Household battery recycling service continues – February

The Villages is proud to continue offering a convenient household battery collection service, weather permitting! Mark your calendars for the February collection dates:

📅 When: Friday, February 28 (Friday, February 14 has been cancelled due to expected rain)
🕘 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. (No early drop-offs, please)
📍 Where: Tennis court parking lot near the air station
🔋 What: Household batteries only (A, AA, AAA, C, D, 9V, and button batteries)

• Corroded batteries must be bagged in plastic
• Residents are encouraged to bring their batteries directly to the collection events
• No e-waste or general rubbish

Important Update for DACs in 2025:

• No appointment needed!
• A 25-pound limit per collection date applies.
• DACs handling large quantities should take them to the County Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Site(appointment required).

Need an alternative drop-off time?
If the scheduled dates don’t work for you, contact the Santa Clara County Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Siteat 408-299-7300 to make an appointment.

For questions, reach out to Sustainability Services at 408-754-1334 or email mtatum@the-villages.com.

Reminder: Per California State Health and Safety Code (HSC 25218-5.1), no more than 125 pounds of hazardous waste can be transported at one time.

Thank you for doing your part to keep The Villages  green!