Hanson Invites Community to Earth Day Cleanup and Shred Events on Saturday, April 25, 2026

MONTGOMERY, Ill. — State Rep. Matt Hanson, D-Montgomery, is inviting his district to join him in spring cleaning with two separate events: an Earth Day litter and debris cleanup and a community shred event, both taking place on Saturday, April 25, 2026. The cleanup will be at Montgomery Dam Park from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. The free, drive-thru shred event will be at the Montgomery Police Department from 9 a.m. to Noon, or until trucks reach capacity.

“What better way to celebrate Earth Day than cleaning up and recycling!” said Hanson. “Our Community in Action Clean-Up is a chance to spend time outside with friends and neighbors while cleaning up our parks and trails. And our community shred event is an opportunity to recycle old documents and donate to the Illinois Special Olympics. I look forward to seeing everyone next Saturday.”

The Fox Valley Park District is hosting the Earth Day Community in Action Clean-Up to help protect the environment along the Fox River and in local parks. All are welcome to join. Interested volunteers can reserve their spot through the Fox Valley Park District website.

The Community Shred event is co-sponsored by Hanson, the Montgomery Police Department, the Village of Montgomery, and Earthmover Credit Union. Attendees must stay in their vehicle, and recycling materials must be easily accessible from the back seat or the trunk. Only paper documents will be accepted for safe, secure shredding and recycling. Donations are welcome, and will benefit the Illinois Special Olympics.