Free shredding and e-waste collection runs Oct. 17
El Segundo residential customers can shred up to two banker boxes, drop off listed electronics and pick up compost while supplies last. The free event runs Oct. 17 at El Segundo Public Works.
El Segundo residential customers can bring documents to a free shredding, e-waste and compost event Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, from 8 to 11 a.m. at El Segundo Public Works, 150 Illinois Street. Certified trucks will shred documents onsite. Each household may bring up to two banker boxes measuring 10 by 12 by 15 inches.
Why it matters: El Segundo residential customers can dispose of documents and listed electronics for free and collect compost while supplies last.
The City says it will collect unwanted TVs, computer monitors, printers, fax machines, VCRs, DVD players and cell phones. Free compost will be available while supplies last.
Household hazardous waste of any kind, including paint, will not be accepted. Other restrictions apply.
What’s next: The event is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, from 8 to 11 a.m. at El Segundo Public Works.
Staff
Key facts
- Where
- El Segundo Public Works, 150 Illinois Street
- Paper limit
- Two banker boxes per household
- Cost
- Free
Sources used
- City of El SegundoOfficial page for “City of El Segundo” (opens in a new tab)
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