MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- The Milwaukee Common Council announced the Department of Public Works (DPW) will begin pickup and disposal of Christmas trees beginning Tuesday, Dec. 26. 

Trees should be placed at the standard collection point in the alley or at the curb, be free of all decorations, and should not be bagged.

Early in December, it was announced the DPW would not be collecting trees this year due to a state policy. The Milwaukee Common Council then voted to reverse course and once again pick up Christmas trees curbside after the holiday.

“Curbside tree collection following Christmas is a valuable service that our residents utilize and plan around, and many were upset when that service was set to disappear on short notice before the holidays. As such, the Council acted to ensure that tree collection would continue this year,” said Alderman Bauman.

DPW crews will begin the citywide collection as a separate operation from weekly garbage service, and will adjust the collection service based on the volume of trees placed for pick up. All collected trees will be sustainably composted. Those wanting to dispose of their tree directly can do so by visiting a city Drop Off Center during regular hours of operation.

More information can be found HERE.