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Tree Limb Recycling

Tree Limb Recycling

Tree limb and pumpkin recycling are closed for the season.

Residents are encouraged to recycle their tree limbs to reduce landfill use and provide valuable mulch. Limb chipping and free mulch are available for Westminster residents. 

Hours
MARCH-NOV: Open on the second Saturday of the month from 8 a.m. to noon. (CLOSED DEC-FEB)
The wait to drop off limbs is always longest at the beginning of the event. To avoid the line, residents are encouraged to arrive later in the morning.
PLEASE NOTE NEW HOURS: Tree limb recycling will be closed beginning Dec. 2024 and reopening March 2025. Emergency tree limb recycling events will be held during closure months in the event of tree-damaging storms. The change in hours of operation is in response to low attendance during winter months and to preserve site conditions during the wet season. The Christmas Tree Recycling program will be unaffected by these changes.

Fee
Free

Westminster residents only
Please bring proof of Westminster residency, such as a driver's license, Colorado I.D. showing Westminster address, utility bill, rent receipt or mortgage statement. No contractors.

What can you bring

  • Tree limbs can be any length, but must be less than 20 inches in diameter. Loads must be covered or tied down.
  • Shrubs are allowed if the root ball has been removed. 
  • No construction materials, bags of leaves or grass clippings. Wood fencing or any other wood products are prohibited.
  • Other than free mulch, all materials, firewood, pavers, and supplies at the facility are for internal City use only and will not be given away.

Inclement weather
The limb recycling/mulch pickup could be closed due to inclement weather and excessive moisture. Check the event calendar for cancellation/rescheduling information.

Self-Serve
Off-loading of tree limbs is self-serve.

Mulch
When available, residents can pick up mulch on the second Saturday of the month while supplies last. Call 303-658-2192 for mulch availability. Mulch can be self-loaded into your containers, or staff can load mulch into the back of your pickup. The City is not liable for any vehicle damages while loading mulch.

Location
10001 Alkire St. 
View a map of the location Please be aware that the hours listed on Google are not always accurate. Refer to the hours above for the most accurate information.

Information
Tree Limb Recycling: contact Maggie LaGuardia, 303-658-2201 or mlaguard@westminsterco.gov.

Leaf & Pumpkin Recycling

When: *Leaf & Pumpkin Recycling Postponed* The Nov. 9 Leaf & Pumpkin Recycling event has been postponed and will now take place on Saturday, Nov. 16. The upcoming snow/rain will leave the ground at the collection site too soft and muddy to drive on for several days. Thank you for your understanding.

Where: 10001 Alkire St., Arvada, CO 80005 https://maps.app.goo.gl/WZPc3kK5rW43Ni2G7
Please be aware that the hours listed on Google are not always accurate. Refer to the hours above for the most accurate information.

Westminster residents can recycle bags of leaves and pumpkins on Saturday, Nov. 2 and Saturday, Nov. 9 at 10001 Alkire St. from 8 a.m. to noon. Please bring leaves in bags; residents must empty plastic bags, and compostable bags or paper bags can be put in the bin if tape and string is removed.

Staff is on-site to facilitate the event. No other debris is accepted in the leaf recycling bins. 

Pumpkins must be free of paint and decorations including candles. 

Please remember that branches are not allowed in the leaf pile, and can be dropped off in the limb pile only.

For further information, please contact:
Maggie Laguardia
Phone: 303-658-2201
Email: mlaguard@westminsterco.gov 

Christmas Tree Recycling (Closed for the season)

Residents may recycle their Christmas trees at the lower parking lot of City Park Fitness Center (10475 Sheridan Blvd.). Please remove ornaments and plastic bags before disposal. 

Dates and Hours

TBD

Location

City Park Fitness Center lower parking lot, 10475 Sheridan Blvd.