The City will be sending crews throughout the neighborhoods to collect real trees beginning next Tuesday, January 2. The program will run through Friday, January 12, at no charge to households.
“The City of Troy continues to prioritize sustainable disposal practices that are environmentally responsible and economically sensible, which is why we are ensuring that recycling options are still available to Troy families who wish to recycle this season’s Christmas tree,” said outgoing Mayor Patrick Madden. “I thank our workforce for all they do to enable our families to recycle, compost, and responsibly dispose of refuse in every neighborhood.”
Troy’s Departments of Recycling, Streets and Sanitation is asking residents to place their trees at the curb or roadside on their regular collection day between January 2 and January 12. Or, residents may bring trees to the Troy Resource Management Facility (formerly known as the Alamo) at the intersection of Main Street and Eastern Industrial Parkway on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Real Christmas trees can be turned into mulch or allowed to naturally break down over time. Keeping real Christmas trees out of the landfill allows them to be used to build stronger soil in Troy.
Don't have a real tree but want to dispose of an artificial version? Call the Department of Public Works dispatcher at 518-270-4579.
Residents are asked to:
- Remove all ornaments, lights, and other decorations from the tree
- Remove the tree from the tree stand
- Place the tree next to your recycling and garbage containers on your normal collection day
RECYCLING HOLIDAY LIGHTS
The Mount Ida Preservation Association is recycling old Christmas lights, extension cords, and charging cords. Residents may drop their recyclables at 548 Congress Street in the big green barrel in front of main red doors at the front of the Church through the first week of January. More information about this program is available through the Mount Ida Preservation Association.
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