Did you know that Solid Waste Services provides curbside recycling collection for all Charlotte residents? So instead of trashing that milk jug, soda can and catalog, simply put them and other recyclables in your red recycling bin and place it curbside by 6:30 a.m. on collection day.

What can be recycled?

• No. 1 and No. 2 plastics
• Glass
• Aluminum
• Cardboard
• Newspaper and inserts
• Magazines and junk mail

How should recyclables be prepared for collection?

• Remove lids and rinse out all containers
• Cut cardboard to 3-feet by 3-feet (or smaller) pieces

Need an extra bin?

Pick up a free recycling bin at various locations throughout the city.  To find one near you, visit http://curbit.charmeck.org.

CMPD will be partnering with Mecklenburg County Consumer Task Force, Shred-it Charlotte, Target and Childress Klein Properties to offer a free community shredding event in conjunction with the nationwide "Secure Your ID Day" on Saturday, September 20. Materials to be shredded should be limited to three banker boxes per vehicle.

Saturday, September 20
9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Rivergate Super Target,
12830 Walker Branch Drive 

Secure on-site mobile shredders will be provided by Shred-it to ensure all personal documents are properly destroyed. CMPD officers and Mecklenburg County Consumer Fraud Task Force members will be available to answer questions regarding identity theft as well.

For more information contact the CMPD Fraud Unit at fraudmail@cmpd.org or Shred-it Charlotte at www.shredit.com or by phone: 704-424-5997.

The Community University September workshop schedule is now available. Classes will be held at the Hickory Grove Recreation Center located at 6709 Pence Road in Charlotte from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Thursday, September 4 – Developing Vision and Mission Statements
Tuesday, September 9 – Financial Management for Neighborhoods
Wednesday, September 17 – Methods of Neighborhood Communication
Monday, September 22 – Increasing Participation and Teambuilding 

All workshops are free and open to Charlotte residents. You can register online at the Neighborhood Development web site or send an e-mail to neighservs@ci.charlotte.nc.us.

Community University is a neighborhood capacity building program dedicated to providing high quality training to Charlotte residents to improve the strength and vitality of neighborhood organizations and the overall quality of community life. The courses are intended to engage, inform and equip participants with the training and assistance needed to help them improve and maintain their communities.

Mark your calendar for the 2nd Annual Runway 5K Run/Walk, hosted by the Charlotte-Douglas International Airport on Saturday, October 25 beginning at 8 a.m. The Runway 5K will take place at one of the nation's most unique locations and busiest airports. Awards will be presented in a variety of categories, including airline gift cards.

Pre-register now to receive a reduced rate. You can register online at www.charlotteairport.com.

Proceeds benefit LifeSpan's Community Activity and Employment Transitions (CAET) Program. LifeSpan transforms the lives of children and adults with developmental disabilities by providing education, employment and enrichment opportunities.

The City's news show airs Thursday, September 4th at 7 p.m. on The Government Channel—Cable 16. Tune in this week and learn about local foreclosure resources and the best ways to re-do your landscape. You can also view the shows online at www.charmeck.org by clicking on The Government Channel logo.