Residents can help prevent identity theft by shredding sensitive papers, as well as recycle old clothing of just about any kind in any condition from 9 a.m. to noon this Saturday, April 28 at the Public Works Center, 201 South Boulevard. Both services are free.
Shred sensitive papers - Each household is limited to two bags or small boxes. Only items with personal information such as canceled checks, documents containing credit card numbers, social security numbers and medical information will be accepted. Paper materials that can be placed in the recycling cart or bin, such as newspaper, magazines, chipboard or junk mail, will not be accepted.
Recycle old clothing - Through a cooperative program with the Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago, clothing and apparel of all types including shoes, belts, hats, linens and towels are sent to developing nations to repurpose. Please, no bed pillows, scrap/torn fabric or remnants. The Epilepsy Foundation also offers residential pickup. Visit www.epilepsychicago.org or www.donateillinois.org for details.
For more information, contact the Public Works Department at publicworks@oak-park.us or 708.358.5700.