The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office, in partnership with Republic Services, is pleased to announce the 2026 schedule for its free Community Shred Events. These events help residents protect their personal information, safely dispose of unwanted medications, and properly retire worn American flags.
Shredding services will be offered at the Sheriff’s Main Office in four locations:
- March 21st – 63333 W Highway 20, Sheriff’s Main Office
- June 13th – 51340 HWY 97, La Pine, Sheriff’s Office Substation
- July 18th – 703 N Larch, Sisters, Sheriff’s Office Substation
- September 19th – 1199 B Ave, Terrebonne, Terrebonne Community School
All events run from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., or until the shred truck is full.
This residential-only shred service is not intended for business or commercial use. Paper clips and staples may remain attached; however, plastic bags and three-ring binders cannot be accepted. Participants are asked to bring no more than four boxes of documents per household. Those with more than four boxes should contact Republic Services at 541-352-2263 for additional disposal options.
In addition to document shredding, each event will offer safe medication disposal. Accepted items include prescriptions, patches, ointments, over-the-counter medications, vitamins, samples, and pet medications. Items not accepted include sharps, thermometers, inhalers, aerosols, or other pressurized containers.
Community members may also bring worn or tattered American flags for proper retirement. Non-perishable food donations will be accepted on-site and donated to a local food bank.
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office encourages residents to take advantage of this opportunity to safely and securely dispose of sensitive documents, unwanted medications, and worn flags—all while supporting the local community.
