HomeMy Public PortalAboutTOL PR 2012-04-24 Document Shredding Event
Town of Leesburg
News Release
For Immediate Release
Leesburg Offers Free Document Shredding to Residents
on Saturday, May 12, 2012
During the event, the Town will collect donations for Loudoun Interfaith Relief
Leesburg, VA (April 24, 2012) – The Town of Leesburg’s Public Works Department will host a
free community document shredding event on Saturday, May 12, 2012 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00
p.m. at Heritage High School in Leesburg.
Every year, millions of Americans become the victims of identity theft. Documents with
sensitive information tossed into trash cans, recycling containers and public disposal locations
are among the most common sources of information used by identity thieves.
In an effort to reduce identity theft and to promote recycling, the Leesburg Public Works
Department offers semiannual free community document shredding events. Typically, during a
four-hour event, nearly 10,000 pounds of documents will be shredded on-site by portable
shredding units and then recycled.
The next event will be on Saturday, May 12, 2012, in the parking lot at Heritage High School.
Residents may bring up to three (3) boxes or bags of documents, each equivalent in size to a
standard file storage box. The event will close promptly at 12:00 p.m. Cars must be in line by
11:45 a.m. to ensure service. For a list of items acceptable for shredding and tips on identity
theft protection, please visit the Town website at www.leesburgva.gov/index.aspx?page=249.
During the shredding event, the Town will also collect donations for Loudoun Interfaith Relief.
Residents are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to donate. The following food
items are in high demand: cereal, 100% juice, canned fruit, canned tuna, canned chicken,
macaroni & cheese, canned soup and Chef Boyardee products.
Contact:
Department of Public Works
trash@leesburgva.gov
703-771-2790
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