Local waste officials remind residents to properly dispose Christmas trees

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) - With Christmas now behind us and the New Year just ahead, many Coachella Valley residents are preparing to say goodbye to their Christmas trees.

Local waste officials say real trees can be recycled through curbside pickup or drop-off programs. Residents should place their trees at the curb on their regular collection day through January 7th.

Trees taller than 6 feet must be cut in half, and all decorations must be removed, including tinsel, ornaments, plastic, bags, stands, braces, wire, and nails.

Residents may also drop off real trees at the Coachella Valley Compost Facility in Coachella or the Edom Hill Compost Facility in Cathedral City.

Proper disposal helps reduce landfill waste and allows trees to be recycled into compost or mulch.

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