‘Operation Clean Streets’ Initiative Leads to Removal of +171,560 Lbs. Illegally Dumped Materials

'Operation Clean Streets' Initiative Leads to Removal of +171,560 Lbs. Illegally Dumped Materials

Initiative aims to improve quality of life, promote public safety, and attract economic investment.

WEST PALM BEACH, FLA (June 1, 2022) -- Since the October 2019 launch of Mayor Keith A. James' Operation Clean Streets initiative to curb illegal dumping in our neighborhoods, 10 people have been arrested and more than 171,560 lbs. (86 tons) of illegally dumped material have been removed from city streets.

Operation Clean Streets aims to improve the quality of life for West Palm Beach residents by curbing or eliminating environmental hazards and waste that have been illegally disposed. These items may include landscaping and construction debris, household materials (sofas, mattresses and old furniture), and abandoned vehicles.

At the direction of Mayor James, Operation Clean Streets is led by a dedicated task force made up of representatives in environmental compliance, City code enforcement, and local, county and state law enforcement. The task force works to aggressively enforce illegal dumping laws; identify, tag and remove abandoned vehicles from City streets; and prosecute violators. Operation Clean Streets targets illegal dumping through education, enforcement and prevention. Tipsters who provide information that leads to an arrest could be eligible for a reward of up to $500.

"Operation Clean Streets aims to improve the quality of life for all residents, attract economic investment to our city and promote public safety," said Mayor James. "We are constantly working to enhance the lives of all residents in every neighborhood. I am pleased with the considerable progress made to date."

Illegally discarded materials found, and ultimately removed.

To report illegal dumping that has already occurred in the City of West Palm Beach:

• ONLINE: Visit the 'Clean Streets' Ticketing Portal, which is operated by the Department of Public Works, and submit an illegal dumping ticket.
• BY PHONE: Call the City's Department of Public Works, day or night, at (561) 822-2075 or (561) 822-2222 (TTY: 800-955-8771).

To report illegal dumping in progress:

• BY PHONE: Call 9-1-1. Tipsters who provide police a photo/video of the vehicle, its tag, and information about the perpetrator may be eligible for a reward up to $500. The tipster must provide their name and phone number to claim the reward. (This information will be kept confidential.)

In making a report, keep in mind these tips:

• Do not confront the perpetrator(s).
• Identify the dumping location, including the cross street.
• Make note of the type of materials that were dumped.
• Try to identify the persons or company involved with the dumping.

For information on how to properly dispose of waste and debris, please contact the City's Department of Public Works Sanitation Division at (561) 822-2075 (TTY: 800-955-8771) or visit: Department of Public Works A-Z Guide for Waste Disposal and Recycling. To learn how you can properly dispose of bulk trash visit our website. To contact the City of West Palm Beach, please call (561) 822-1200 (TTY: 800-955-8771).

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