As the holiday season comes to a close, West Jordan offers locals a variety of options to easily dispose of their real Christmas trees. The city presents both drop-off locations and curbside pickup services for residents starting Monday, December 29, through Friday, January 30. According to the City of West Jordan's announcement, only natural trees cleared of decorations will be accepted. That means all ornaments, lights, tinsel, tree stands, and flocking must be removed before disposal.
For those opting to drop off their post-Christmas arbors, the city has revealed multiple locations open throughout the entire month for this purpose. One can choose from sites like the County Pool / Gene Fullmer Recreation Center, Constitution Park, or the West Jordan Soccer Complex to bid farewell to their festive fir or pine. These areas are going to be equipped with 30-yard dumpsters, ensuring plenty of space for tree disposal, as managed by Ace Disposal.
Curbside pickup presents another route for residents to take, albeit with some changing procedures later in January. Initially, trees can be placed at the curb on garbage collection days between January 5 and January 16. Larger trees over 10 feet should be cut in half, while smaller ones can stay whole. These trees will be manually loaded separately from regular trash.
However, starting January 19 until January 30, it is required to cut the trees in half to fit within one's garbage can if not already small enough. The City of West Jordan guidelines state, "Ace Disposal will not collect any tree over 10 feet in length unless it has been cut in half to allow for safe handling." For this latter period, the tree collection will occur simultaneously with the usual trash services, introducing a layer of convenience to the disposal process.
West Jordan's thoughtful approach to Christmas tree disposal underscores the city's commitment to responsible recycling practices following holiday celebrations. By providing multiple options and clear instructions, they facilitate a smooth transition from festivity to environmental conscientiousness for its inhabitants.
