Lamorinda: How To Dispose Of Christmas Trees

LAMORINDA, CA — Get a real Christmas tree this year? Be sure to leave it on your curb next week.

Christmas tree pickup runs Jan. 11 to 15 in Lamorinda on your regularly scheduled pickup day. Trees will be composted, so don't forget to remove lights, decorations, tree stands and other items. If the tree is taller than eight feet, cut it in half.

Miss this week? No worries. Republic Services customers can also have trees picked up from Jan. 18 to 22. After that, you'll have to cut up the tree and place it in your organics cart, or schedule an organics-only cleanup at 925-685-4711.

Artificial trees are not accepted. Flocked trees can be picked up curbside for a fee or can be included in a once-a-year on-call garbage cleanup, but call 925-685-4711 in advance to schedule. Flocked trees can also be placed in black landfill carts, if they have been cut to fit inside the bin with the lid closed.

Questions? Contact Republic Services at 925-685-4711.