Residents have two options:

One: Arrange to have their tree picked up on regular trash collection days by calling Rumpke Waste & Recycling at (800) 828-8171 at least 48 hours in advance. This option starts Jan. 4 and lasts until Jan. 18.

Two, Drop off trees from Saturday through Jan. 18 at three different locations: ·1. In South Covington at the parking lot at Tripoli and Hands Pike, adjacent to Neighborhood Park. · 2. At the Urban Forestry Garage at 1700 Montague Road in Devou Park. · 3. In the parking lot at 14 Pete Rose Pier, which is the foot of Bakewell Street on the north side of the Ohio River floodwall.

Please remove all lights, ornaments, tinsel, and other decorations. Trees should not be placed in plastic bags. Last year, 160 trees were recycled. Call (859) 292-4417 with questions about drop-off and pick-up. Call (859) 292-2292 with questions about the mulch program.