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Austin Shred Day
November 6, 2021 @ 8:00 am - 1:30 pm
Shred Day Returns! With identity theft on the rise, it is important to dispose of sensitive personal records carefully and securely. These include banking, tax, and even medical records. The Austin chapter of ARMA, along with Balcones Shred, are resuming the annual Fall Shred Day on Saturday, November 6th from 8:00am – 1:30pm. This free event will be held at the Balcones Shred facility at 9301 Johnny Morris Rd., in Austin, TX. The requirements for shredding are as follows:
• Dry paper only. Paper that has been stored outside and is wet cannot be shredded until it is completely free of moisture.
• Must be packed in cardboard boxes no larger than 24in x 24in x 36in. Boxes must have fitted lids or should be securely closed using box flaps. (Please do not tape boxes shut.)
• Documents packed in hard plastic bins, plastic bags, or any other form of storage container will not be accepted.
• Electronic media (floppy disks, CD/DVD’s), batteries, or any form of binders (Three-ring, spiral) will not be accepted.
All shredded material and cardboard boxes are recycled. Monetary donations will be kindly accepted, with proceeds going to the Austin ARMA Chapter and a local charity (to be determined).
Both CDC and local mandates will be strictly followed for this event, by volunteers and attendees. Masks and social distancing will be required. We ask that you stay inside your vehicle at all times, limiting contact with others for your safety as well as the safety of our volunteers. Unlike previous years, you will not be able to witness the shredding of your documents at this event. The Fall Shred Day is subject to cancellation at any moment due to COVID concerns, so please check our website regularly for updates, including the day of the event.
For additional information about Shred Day, what can be shredded and how it should be prepared, please visit www.austinarma.com/shred-day. For additional questions, please contact Austin ARMA via email at austinarmachapter@gmail.com or leave a message for a return call at (512) 937-3347.
