County crews set up at Farnworth Park for the tree debris drop-off this morning.

by Timothy Rutt

There is a free tree debris drop-off at the lower parking lot of Farnsworth Park, from 7 AM to 4 PM today (Sat.) and tomorrow, according to LA County.

The county is working with Athens Waste to offer a free disposal service to residents of unincorporated communities, according to an announcement from Los Angeles County Mayor Michael D. Antonovich.

LOS ANGELES  Local waste haulers in the unincorporated communities of La Crescenta, Altadena and Kinneloa Mesa, East Pasadena/East San Gabriel, Citrus, and East Charter Oak have coordinated with the Los Angeles County Public Works Department and the Department of Parks & Recreation to offer a free disposal service to residents of the unincorporated communities, Los Angeles County Mayor Michael D. Antonovich announced:

Residents are urged to call their local waste hauler prior to utilizing the service for instructions on how to prepare their tree debris for drop-off.  Proof of residency is required.

Residents are also advised to continue to using their large green waste bins for smaller tree debris and to contact their waste hauler to arrange pick-up of additional excess tree debris on their regular trash collection day.

Times and locations include:

Altadena and Kinneloa Mesa:

Hauler  Athens Services (888) 336-6100

Location  Charles Farnsworth Park (lower parking area), 568 East Mount Curve Ave., Altadena

Dates – Saturday (Dec 3) and Sunday (Dec 4) 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.