Lafayette Reporter

Lafayette, LA – As the holiday season draws to a close, residents in Lafayette and unincorporated areas of Lafayette Parish now have a sustainable option for disposing of their Christmas trees. In an effort to promote environmental consciousness and reduce waste, residents can now have their trees composted.

According to city officials, residents can simply place their Christmas trees on the curb for collection on their regular garbage and recycling pick-up days. The collected trees will then be taken to the Dean Domingues Compost Facility, where they will undergo a transformation into nutrient-rich compost.

To ensure that the trees can be properly processed and turned into compost without any contamination, it is essential that they are free of all ornaments, decorations, lights, and stands. This requirement ensures the quality of the composting process.

For those who prefer to drop off their trees personally, the Dean Domingues Compost Facility will accept trees free of charge. However, residents are kindly asked to bring an ID that shows their residency in the city of Lafayette or unincorporated areas of Lafayette Parish.

The Dean Domingues Compost Facility has provided the hours of operation on their website for the convenience of the residents. It is important to note that the facility will be closed from Saturday, December 30, through Monday, January 1, due to the New Year's holiday. The facility will reopen on Tuesday, January 2.

This initiative aims to encourage residents to dispose of their Christmas trees in an environmentally responsible manner. By composting these trees, Lafayette is taking a step towards sustainable waste management and promoting a greener community.

In a statement, city officials expressed their commitment to sustainability, stating, "We are thrilled to offer this composting option to our residents. By diverting Christmas trees from the landfill and turning them into compost, we are not only reducing waste but also creating a valuable resource for our community."

Residents have welcomed this initiative, with one resident expressing their gratitude, saying, "I'm glad I can now dispose of my Christmas tree responsibly. Composting is a great way to give back to the environment."

The composting of Christmas trees is just one of the many environmentally friendly initiatives that Lafayette is undertaking. The city continues to explore innovative ways to reduce waste and promote sustainability, ensuring a cleaner and healthier future for its residents.

For more information on the composting program and the Dean Domingues Compost Facility's hours of operation, residents can visit the official website at https://www.lafayettela.gov/public-works/curbside-services/composting.

As the holiday season comes to an end, Lafayette residents now have a sustainable option for disposing of their Christmas trees. By composting these trees, the city is promoting environmental consciousness and reducing waste. Residents can place their trees on the curb for collection or drop them off at the Dean Domingues Compost Facility. The facility will be closed for the New Year's holiday but will reopen on January 2. This initiative is part of Lafayette's commitment to sustainability and creating a greener community.

To find out more, go to this link: https://www.lafayettela.gov/news/news-releases/2023/12/28/lafayette-residents-can-now-dispose-of-christmas-trees-for-composting