CAHOKIA HEIGHTS – State Representative Kevin Schmidt is hosting a Shred Event on Saturday, September 7 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Cahokia Fitness and Sports Complex.

This is a drive-up event for free shredding of your confidential documents. Legislative staff will be on hand to answer questions about state programs or discuss issues.

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“If you have old medical records, financial statements, or other sensitive information you’re looking to safely dispose of - now’s your chance!” said Schmidt. “We are also partnering with the Cahokia Heights Chamber of Commerce, and they’re going to be accepting old electronics that have been collecting dust.”

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Also included is an Electronic Recycling Service provided by the Cahokia Heights Chamber of Commerce.

List of electronic items accepted:

  • Computer Towers
  • Computer Components
  • Laptops
  • Wire
  • Printers
  • Cell Phones
  • Electric Motors
  • Mice
  • Monitors
  • Floppy Drives
  • Keyboards
  • Speakers
  • DVD Players
  • Battery Backups
  • Modems
  • Computer Fans
  • Batteries
  • LCD Screens DVD/VHS Players
  • Refrigerators
  • Washer/Dryers
  • Dishwashers
  • Freezers
  • Small Appliances
  • TVs
  • Lawnmowers
  • Weed Eaters
  • Lawn Tools
  • Microwaves

TVs, (Plasma, console, projection-DLP) CRT & Monitors will be charged $.50 a pound for recycling by the electronic recycling company.

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