West Central Reporter

State Representative C.D. Davidsmeyer (R-Murrayville) is organizing an electronics recycling event for residents of his district. The event will take place on Saturday, November 9, at the Jerseyville Community Hospital. Participants are encouraged to bring any items with a cord or made of metal to 400 Maple Summit Road in Jerseyville from 9:00 a.m. to noon.

“This recycling event is a great opportunity for all of us to clear up the clutter in our homes and garages for electronics that cannot be included with our everyday garbage,” explained Rep. Davidsmeyer. “I encourage everyone to take advantage of this event. Also, if you have neighbors who do not drive, offer to bring their items with you on Saturday.”

In collaboration with a local recycling company, the event aims to collect various electronic items including computer towers, printers, servers, switches, landline phones, cable TV boxes, cell phones, wireless modems, audio and video equipment, holiday lights, and lead acid batteries. Different types of TVs and computer monitors will also be accepted.

Items that will not be accepted include radioactive materials, alkaline batteries, light bulbs, smoke detectors, hazardous materials such as oil or paint, non-electronics like tires or furniture.

“This event is only for old electronics that are no longer in use,” added Davidsmeyer. “We cannot take things such as CDs, DVDs, cassette tapes or VHS tapes but you might consider checking with your local library to see if they take these items that are in good condition for others in the community to enjoy.”

For further details about the event or other inquiries, contact Rep. Davidsmeyer's district office at 217-243-6221 or by email at RepCDDavidsmeyer@gmail.com. Legislative updates can also be accessed through his website at CDDavidsmeyer.org.