Christmas Tree Pickup Begins Jan. 8 In Iowa City

IOWA CITY, IA — Crews will begin collecting discarded natural Christmas trees at the curb beginning Monday, Jan. 8, in Iowa City. Collections will continue through Friday, Feb. 2.

Residents who receive City of Iowa City garbage, recycling and yard waste service should place their natural trees at the curb on their regular collection day. The trees will be picked up at no additional charge and then composted at the Iowa City Landfill and Recycling Center.

Before placing trees at the curb, be sure to remove all decorations, including ornaments, lights, tinsel and garland. Do not put the tree in a plastic bag.

The collection is only for natural trees. For artificial trees, consider donation to a second-hand shop. For an additional fee, the city will dispose of it. Call 319-356-5151 to arrange for pick up.

Holiday lights also may be recycled at several community locations:

• Iowa City Landfill and Recycling Center, 3900 Hebl Ave.
• ReStore donation area, 2401 Scott Blvd. S.E.
• Iowa City Hy-Vee stores: 1720 Waterfront Dr., 812 S. 1st Ave., 1125 North Dodge St.
• Coralville Hy-Vee, 1914 8th St.
• Stuff Etc., 2818 Commerce Drive
• Coralville City Hall, 1512 Seventh St.
• Coralville Recreation Center, 1506 Eighth St.

For more information contact Recycling Coordinator Jane Wilch at 319-887-6110 or jane-wilch@iowa-city.org.

Photo via City of Johnston