Venice City Hall and other City facilities will be closed Monday, Dec. 25, and Tuesday, Dec. 26, for the observance of the Christmas holiday.

Garbage, yard waste and recyclables will NOT be collected on Dec. 25. These items will be collected on residents' next regular pickup day of Thursday, Dec. 28. NOT the next day. Residents are reminded to have their items to the curb by 7 a.m. Garbage, yard waste and recyclables will be collected as usual on Dec. 26.

City Hall will reopen to the public at 8 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 27.

In the event of Utilities service emergencies like a water line break, residents can call 941-486-2770. This line is designated for emergencies only.

Live Christmas trees may be placed curbside for collection on your normal yard waste collection day. Any Christmas tree larger than 8 feet tall should be cut in half for collection. If you have a large tree that cannot be cut in half, please contact the Public Works Department at 941-486-2422 to schedule a bulk collection.