Post-holiday cleanup got you puzzling over what to do with your tired Tannenbaum and tangles of twinkle lights? Ramsey County has got you covered. The county's household hazardous waste collection site is now welcoming your string lights and electrical cords, aiming to make recycling as easy as last-minute gift shopping.
Located at 5 Empire Drive in Saint Paul, the site is open Fridays and Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.., it's a convenient drop-off for residents looking to dispose of their festive detritus responsibly. Still, got that holiday tree lurking in the corner? Arden Hills, Frank and Sims, Midway, and White Bear Township yard waste sites are the go-to spots for turning your once-adorned spruces and firs into next year's mulch. Just remember, those flocked trees aren't invited to this green party—toss 'em in the trash after you've stripped them of their holiday finery, as reported by Ramsey County.
They're also accepting an array of holiday leftovers such as wreaths, electronics, and even food scraps that never made it off the feast table. And, for the wrapping paper remnants and the countless cards and envelopes that delivered seasons' greetings, there's a recycling plan in place for those as well. But the yuletide cheer doesn't stop at trees and lights, According to Ramsey County's official website.
So, as the holiday season wraps up and the glitter fades, Ramsey County offers a greener way to say goodbye to the old and bring in the New Year with a clean, eco-friendly slate. Make sure to check what goes where, and kick off your environmental resolutions with a clear conscience—and a clear living room.
