Nicotine vape devices are now accepted for safe disposal at the @Iowa City Landfill & Recycling Center's Hazardous Material Collection Facility. Vape devices contain toxic nicotine and lithium ion batteries. Improper disposal of Monroe County among first in nation to properly dispose vape devices WHEC.com Batteries Vapes in bins can cause fires! Council has been made aware of recent truck fires in the area due to the incorrect disposal of batteries in the red bin. The Where Should Disposable Vapes Go? The Correct Way to Dispose of Them