Union County Shredding Event to be held in Plainfield

Free Paper Shredding Event Returns to Plainfield — Next Stop: Rahway, July 9

Union County held a free mobile paper shredding event in Plainfield on Sunday, June 14, at the Plainfield High School Arlington Avenue parking lot at 950 Park Avenue

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The program ran from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and was open to all Union County residents — no matter which municipality they live in. Documents were shredded on-site by mobile trucks. The event closed early if trucks reached capacity.

Only personal and sensitive documents were accepted. Residents were asked to remove bindings, large plastic clips, and metal clips before arriving. Staples were permitted. Pre-shredded, damp, or wet paper was not accepted. Magazines and junk mail do not qualify and should go through regular municipal recycling.

The county's mobile shredding program runs from March through October, rotating through stop locations across all 21 municipalities. The next scheduled stop is Thursday, July 9, at Rahway River Park, 3 Parkway Drive, Rahway. Hours are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The full 2026 schedule is available at ucnj.org/recycling/mobile-paper-shredding. Residents can also download the Recycle Coach app to set reminders for upcoming events.

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7. FAQ

What documents can I bring to the Union County paper shredding event?
The program accepts personal and sensitive documents only. Remove bindings and large clips before arriving. Staples are fine. Magazines, junk mail, and pre-shredded or wet paper are not accepted.

Do I have to live in Plainfield to use the Union County shredding program?
No. The program is open to any Union County resident regardless of which municipality they live in. You can attend any stop on the county's rotating schedule.

When is the next Union County paper shredding event after Plainfield?
The next stop is Thursday, July 9, at Rahway River Park, 3 Parkway Drive, Rahway. Hours are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

How do I find future Union County shredding events near me?
The full 2026 schedule is posted at ucnj.org/recycling/mobile-paper-shredding. You can also download the Recycle Coach app to set reminders for upcoming stops.