Free Shredding and Lithium Battery Collection Event on October 17
- 12 October 2026
- Category: Community Collection Events SJC News
- Tags: 2026
Residents can securely dispose of personal documents and recycle household lithium-ion batteries
Key Points
- Free event for St. Johns County residents: Saturday, October 17, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Ponte Vedra Beach Branch Library, 101 Library Blvd.
- Secure shredding and battery recycling: Bring personal documents for on-site shredding and household lithium-ion batteries for safe recycling.
- Know what to bring: Staples, paper clips, file folders and file hangers are accepted. Three-ring binders, cardboard and materials generated by commercial activity are not accepted.
St. Johns County, in partnership with FCC Environmental Services and Shred-it, will host a free Shredding and Lithium Battery Collection Event on Saturday, October 17, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Ponte Vedra Beach Branch Library, 101 Library Blvd., Ponte Vedra Beach. The event is open to St. Johns County residents only.
Residents are invited to bring old paperwork, bills, and confidential documents for secure, on-site shredding. St. Johns County will also collect household lithium-ion batteries for safe recycling, providing a convenient opportunity to dispose of these specialized materials responsibly.
Accepted items
- Personal documents, including white or colored paper.
- Documents with staples or paper clips.
- File folders and file hangers.
- Household lithium-ion batteries, including cell phone, laptop and tablet batteries, and other household rechargeable batteries.
Three-ring binders, cardboard, and items generated by commercial activity will not be accepted.
The event supports the County’s ongoing efforts to encourage responsible waste management and provide accessible recycling opportunities for residents.
For questions or additional information, contact FCC Environmental Services at 904-750-4066. Learn more about recycling in St. Johns County.
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