Special Events

In conjunction with the Houston Zoo, the City will be accepting holiday string lights for recycling at the following facilities starting November 23, 2021 through January 15, 2022:

• City Hall
  • 3800 University Blvd
• Public Works Offices
  • 3826 Amherst St.
• West U Recreation Center
  • 4210 Bellaire Blvd.

Residents wishing to recycle holiday string lights after this period, may do so at the City’s bi-annual e-waste collection event that occurs the first Saturday in May and November. 

If you have any questions, please call Public Works at 713.662.5839 or email Public Works.

Next scheduled event:

SATURDAY May 7, 2022

TIME: 9:00 a.m. TO 12:00 p.m.

LOCATION: 3826 MILTON STREET

Event Info

The City hosts 2 free shredding events (Spring and Fall) each year for West U residents only. The event is held on the 1st Saturdays of May and November.

Shredding Limit

There is a limit of 5 banker boxes per household and the event runs from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 P.M. No business shredding is allowed.

E-Waste, Mattress & Household Metal Recycling

In conjunction with the shredding event, residents may also bring electronics, mattresses and household metal items to be recycled.

Location

The event is typically held at our Public Works Facility at 3826 Milton Street Please approach the event from the intersection of College Street and University Boulevard.

Residents Only

This event is open to West University Place residents only. Proof of residency required.

Christmas Tree Recycling Dates

The city will be collecting Christmas trees for recycling between December 28, 2021 through January 15, 2022.

How to Recycle Your Tree

Please place your tree, free of any foreign materials or objects (bulbs, lights, stands, etc.), curbside on your regular trash day. These trees will be taken to a local composter and recycled as mulch.

Trees Not Accepted for Recycling

Trees that are flocked or have ornaments, lights, stands, or any other foreign objects WILL NOT be accepted for recycling. These trees will be collected with your normal household trash and disposed of in the landfill.

Same Day Pick Up

Please be aware that we will do our best to collect your Christmas trees on the day they are placed curbside, but occasionally due to the volume of trees, your tree may not be picked up the same day. 

The Recycling and Solid Waste Reduction Board participates in the community carnivals to help educate and inform residents of recycling and waste reduction opportunities and events. These carnivals are generally held by:

• West University Elementary
• West U Little League

Board Hosted Events

The Board typically hosts a tent at these events, where children can participate in a recycling game and residents can receive the latest information on how to reduce, reuse and recycle.

Recycling Bins

In an ongoing effort to help recycle, the Board encourages all residents to use the recycling bins at these events.

Purpose

The Recycle and Solid Waste Reduction Board along with Scouting troops in the area have designed a program aimed to educate Scouts of all levels about the importance of recycling.

Requirements

Scouts must complete a minimum of five (5) requirements to be eligible for the patch. See information document link below for the full list of requirements.

Informational Documents

For more information, view the following documents:

• Scout Fun Patch Information (PDF)