Laserfiche WebLink
CURBSIDE PICKUP: <br /> • Call-in pickup will begin on Wednesday, Dec. 26. The number to call for pickup is 235-9244. <br /> • Automatic pickup will begin on Monday, Jan. 7, beginning in the northeast quadrant and working <br /> clockwise around the City, for one week. At this time, call-in will not be necessary. <br /> IMPORTANT CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING SAFETY TIPS! <br /> Residents are asked to follow these guidelines for safe and efficient tree recycling: <br /> • All trees for curbside pickup should be placed on the tree lawn, near the curb, by 6:00 AM. Do not <br /> place trees in the street or in alleys. <br /> • Please remove all lights, ornaments, and metal, including tree stands or nails, before <br /> discarding Christmas trees. Items left on trees can injure employees or seriously damage the tree <br /> shredding equipment, leaving it inoperable. <br /> • Artificial trees and trees including any metal, glass, or wire, will NOT be collected and will be the <br /> owner's responsibility to dispose. <br /> Crews will work 24 hours per day, five days per week, weather permitting. In the event of <br /> snow, plowing will take precedence. <br /> The Division of Street's strategic approach to Christmas tree collection and recycling is <br /> designed for labor efficiency and cost effectiveness. Trees are shredded as they are collected. Four to <br /> five trucks are assigned to one area with a central chipping machine. Each truck load contains <br /> approximately 300 shredded trees! Shredding trees onsite is one of many ways the City is working to <br /> reduce labor and fuel costs, while still providing a high level of services to its residents. <br /> For further information on Christmas tree pickup, please call the Street Dept. at 235-9244. <br /> - 30 - <br />