Sign Up Now for Free Electronics Drop-off Event in Champaign

CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — Registration for an electronics recycling event in Champaign County is now open.

The Countywide Residential Electronics Collection (CREC) is hosted by Champaign, Urbana, Champaign County, Champaign County Court and Probation Services, and the Village of Savoy. It is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 11, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Parkland College.

During the event, Champaign County residents can drop off items including:

• TVs
• Computers
• Monitors (all types)
• DVD players/recorders
• Video game consoles
• Microwaves

Click here for a complete list of accepted items. Items not accepted include wooden stereo speakers or speaker cabinets, CDs, DVDs, AC units, dehumidifiers, and refrigerators. There is a limit of four TVs per household and a total of seven items.

To attend the event, participants must register online ahead of time. Residents can book a 15-minute time slot for the event day. After booking, participants will receive a confirmation email or text. Between 10-14 days before the event, residents will receive a postcard in the mail, which serves as their “ticket” to the event.

On the morning of the event, use the Duncan Road Entrance at Parkland and follow the red signs. A map will also be provided on your postcard. Organizers stated the event will proceed, rain or shine.

If you need assistance with registration, contact Champaign’s Environmental Sustainability Specialist, Nichole Millage, at 1-217-403-4780 or email recycling@champaignil.gov. Online registration will remain open until all the 15-minute time slots are booked.

You can find more details about the event here.