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Free Paper Shredding, E-Waste Collection, and Mulch Distribution Event!

June 22, 2024

EDCO and the City of Poway are sponsoring a FREE paper shredding, electronic waste collection, and mulch distribution event on Saturday, June 22, 2024. A certified shredding truck will be present during the event, and all items will be shredded ONSITE, from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., in the City Yard, 12325 Crosthwaite Circle, Poway. There will be certified shredding trucks during the event, and all items will be shredded ONSITE! Limited to two (2) banker boxes (10”x12”x15”) per household.

Unwanted electronics, such as TVs, computer monitors, printers, fax machines, VCRs, etc., will also be collected. However, no household hazardous waste (HHW) material will be accepted.

DONATE REUSABLE ITEMS! Goodwill will also be onsite to accept donated reusable items. Please click here for a list of items that Goodwill will not accept.

Free Mulch! Also available will be free mulch for residents (while supplies last). This is a self-serve, self-loading service, so please bring your own cans/bags and shovel. Limit of 3 cans/bags per vehicle. If you plan to haul your mulch in an open truck or trailer, please remember to bring a tarp to cover your material.

This event is for Poway residents only.

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