Residents of Merrillville are reminded that the next household hazardous waste collection will take place this Saturday, July 26, from 9 AM to 1 PM at the Highland Public Works facility, located at 8001 Kennedy Avenue in Highland, Indiana. This event will also feature a paper shredding service, allowing households to securely dispose of sensitive documents.

Each household can bring up to four grocery bags of paper for shredding, ensuring that residents can protect their personal information while decluttering. It is important to note that only grocery bags filled with paper will be accepted; regular garbage bags will not be permitted.

Additionally, the Town Council announced that the next meeting with Lake County Solid Waste is scheduled for the third Thursday in September, where further discussions on waste management and community services will take place. This initiative reflects the town's ongoing commitment to environmental responsibility and community engagement. Residents are encouraged to take advantage of these services to promote a cleaner and safer environment.