How To Recycle Or Compost Your Christmas Tree In Pleasanton

PLEASANTON, CA — Don't dump or burn your Christmas tree this year — recycle it instead in Dublin.

One of the worst parts about the end of the holiday season can be figuring out what to do with your holiday tree. Luckily, there are several recycling options. But first, trees must be stripped of lights, tinsel, garlands, ornaments and stands. Flocked trees will not be able to be composted.

Residents are encouraged to choose the option that best fits their schedule and to make sure trees are properly prepared for recycling.

Local volunteers with the Boy Scouts of America, Troop 941, will host a Christmas tree recycling fundraiser with residential pickup on Saturday, Jan. 3 starting at 8 a.m.

All decorations, including lights, tinsel, ornaments, nails and tree stands, must be removed before pickup. Reservations are required and can be made at this link.

Pleasanton Garbage Service will offer special holiday tree collection during residents’ regular service days between Jan. 5 and Jan. 9.

Trees must be free of flocking and tinsel, cut to 4 feet or less, and have all bases or stands removed before being placed curbside.

Clean holiday trees may also be placed in green waste containers at any time after the holidays. Trees must have no flocking or tinsel, and branches and stumps should be cut into 2-foot sections to ensure the cart lid can fully close.

Trees with flocking or tinsel cannot be recycled. Residents with non-recyclable trees should contact Pleasanton Garbage Service at 925-846-2042 to discuss disposal options. For additional information about tree recycling and disposal, residents can contact Pleasanton Garbage Service at 925-846-2042.