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Philadelphia Residents Want Action As Illegal Dumping Continues To Plague City
"This is about equity, public health and quality of life," Councilmember Anthony Phillips said.
March 5, 2025
Illegal dumping remains a persistent issue in Philadelphia. With the city set to welcome visitors from around the world in 2026, officials say they want to address the problem well before then.
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On Monday, members of city council's Streets and Services Subcommittee heard testimony from neighborhood activists and environmental stakeholders to discuss ways to strengthen enforcement. The hearing was the first of three planned discussions on the issue. Though not a member of the subcommittee, Councilmember Anthony Philips authored the legislation that set the hearings in motion.
"This is about equity, public health and quality of life," Phillips said.
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