This program, launched in 1988, has collected an average of 2300 trees annually that yield over 110 cubic yards of chips. The trees will be chipped into mulch and offered back to the public at no cost. Combining forces with the “Charlottesville Curbside Pick Up” the joint programs collected 4200 trees yielding 200 cubic yards of chips in 2020!
Christmas tree recycling reduces the impact on our landfill and helps residents find a place to dispose of a large and cumbersome item.
We will operate seven sites. The sites will be open from December 26, 2020 to January 18, 2021. The hours of operation will be, seven (7) days a week, 7 am until one hour after sunset.
We require that decorations, stands and nails be removed. Please no yard waste, or Christmas wreaths.
The available drop off locations are:
*The recycling location on McIntire Rd may be congested. Please consider Darden Towe Park as an alternate location that is less congested and is suited better for large loads and contract haulers.
Shortly after the Curbside Pick-up, the City and ACPR staff will join forces and chip an estimated 2200 trees at Darden Towe Park. Free mulch from the recycled trees will be available starting February 1, 2021 at Darden Towe Park and Claudius Crozet Park.
All CDC open space guidelines, related to COVID-19, must be followed while at each location.
