The Redding Highway Department will be picking up Christmas trees on a house by house basis beginning next week, and continuing through January 11th.  Residents must call the department and schedule a pick up at 203-938-2801.  Trees must be placed at the curb,with everything removed.  They can not have lights, tinsel or ornaments still attached, and trees in plastic bags will not be accepted.  Collections may be delayed due to inclement weather.  If significant snow accumulation occurs trees must be placed on top of the snow. The Highway Department will not dig out trees.  Trees are also accepted at the Recycling Center free of charge during normal business hours.  They will be chipped, and the chips will be available at the Recycling Center free of charge to residents.