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Council Seeks State Assistance in Eliminating the City’s Litter and Illegal Dumpsites.

Written by Amy Whipple

  • Councilperson Charland raised the Issue, stating, “Being as filthy as we are is a choice, and we need to stop making that choice.”
  • While supportive, Councilpersons Gross, Mosley, and Council President Lavelle expressed concern that classifying the initial request could detract from addressing larger issues, such as the transit funding crisis.
  • Requested resources could include borrowing equipment, contracts, and funding.
  • Council members acknowledged that Public Works is doing its best but is stretched thin.
  • Local cleanups often occur through various neighborhood and community organizations.
  • A new City program, in partnership with the Center for Employment Opportunities, will hire people leaving incarceration to pick up trash; it begins this weekend in Homewood.

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Topics:
Environment & Climate
Governments:
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Public meetings:
City Council · April 8, 2025

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