NOTICE: DATE HAS BEEN CHANGED TO JUNE 10TH, 2023 DUE TO BAD WEATHER PREDICTIONS ON MAY 13TH.

Shred Day Returns! 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 Resources, are hosting the Spring Shred Day on Saturday, June 10th, from 8:30 am – 1:00 pm CST.  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 the Capital Area Food Bank.   

The Spring Shred Day is subject to cancellation for bad weather, so please check our website regularly for updates, including the day of the event.

For Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) 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. 

Check out the event page on Facebook!