As the holiday season is underway, the City of McAllen Public Works Department reminds residents and businesses that trash and recycling pickups will continue as scheduled. Much like Santa, the Public Works team is working hard behind the scenes to ensure a wonderful holiday season.Recycling During the HolidaysThe holidays often bring an increase in recyclable materials and the City of McAllen Recycling Center encourages all residents to take advantage of this opportunity. In fact, about 60% of what ends up in trash bins can be recycled. Common holiday materials like cardboard boxes, gift-wrapping paper and bags, glass bottles, and soda ...