Secure Your Privacy: Free Document Shredding Event for Harris County MUD 400/423 Residents
Are you looking for a safe and eco-friendly way to dispose of sensitive documents? Look no further! Harris County Municipal Utility Districts No. 400 and 423, in partnership with Republic Services, are hosting a free residential document shredding event. This is your chance to securely dispose of old papers while protecting your personal information from identity theft.
Event Details
- Date: Saturday, September 21, 2024 (Rain or Shine)
- Time: 9 a.m. until Noon (or until the truck is full)
- Location: Splash Pad Area, 4503 Canyon Village Trace Drive, Humble, TX 77396
What You Need to Know
- Residents Only: This event is exclusively for residential use. No commercial shredding will be accepted.
- Drive-Through Service: For everyone’s safety and convenience, this will be a drive-through event. Please remain in your vehicle; no walk-ups allowed.
- First Come, First Served: The event will run until noon or until the Shred-it Truck reaches its maximum capacity of 7 tons, whichever comes first.
- What to Bring:
- Paper documents (notebooks, magazines, tax documents, newspapers, paper folders)
- Items with small metal attachments (staples, paper clips, thin metal brads in paper folders)
- What Not to Bring:
- Three-ring binders or large metal objects
- Wet paper, plastics, or pressurized containers
- Electronic media (hard drives, CDs, disks, video tapes, film reels)
- Cardboard items
- Batteries or electrical items
- Syringes or other medical waste
- General trash
Why Participate?
Proper document destruction is crucial in today’s digital age. This event offers a free, environmentally friendly way to dispose of sensitive documents, helping you protect your identity and declutter your space.
Be Prepared
- Sort your documents beforehand to ensure they meet the acceptable items criteria.
- Pack your items in easily manageable boxes or bags.
- Arrive early to secure your spot, as the event may end early if the truck reaches capacity.
Don’t miss this opportunity to safely dispose of your sensitive documents while contributing to community recycling efforts. Mark your calendars for September 21st and take advantage of this free service brought to you by Harris County MUD No. 400, Harris County MUD No. 423, and Republic Services.