PhiladelphiaSanitation

@PhilaSanitation

The mission of the Department of Sanitation is to provide services for the effective and efficient management of waste and cleaner streets.

Philadephia, PA

Joined October 2024

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PhiladelphiaSanitation@PhilaSanitation · 13 h

City sanitation removed illegal dumping outside of Temple of Prayer Chur... youtu.be/yD4W8BQrhJc?si… via @YouTube

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PhiladelphiaSanitation@PhilaSanitation · Jul 24

One site at a time, we’re making progress! Crews just cleared illegal dumping locations at both 7th & Sedgley and 6th & Glenwood . Thank you to the team working hard to keep our city clean! #PHLStopsIllegalDumping

PhilaSanitation's tweet image. One site at a time, we’re making progress! Crews just cleared illegal dumping locations at both 7th &amp; Sedgley and 6th &amp; Glenwood . Thank you to the team working hard to keep our city clean! #PHLStopsIllegalDumping

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PhiladelphiaSanitation@PhilaSanitation · Jul 23

The drop-off sites were not listed as a meet-up location for contractors! PERIODT!#PHLStopsIllegalDumping

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PhiladelphiaSanitation@PhilaSanitation · Jul 22

Our crews are still out there tackling illegal dumping and making progress every day. 💪 Another successful cleanup at Edgewood & Arch, Salford & Arch, and 60th & Arch! #PHLStopsIllegalDumping

PhilaSanitation's tweet image. Our crews are still out there tackling illegal dumping and making progress every day. 💪 Another successful cleanup at Edgewood &amp; Arch, Salford &amp; Arch, and 60th &amp; Arch! #PHLStopsIllegalDumping

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PhiladelphiaSanitation@PhilaSanitation · Jul 22

All of the 60+ dumpsites have been closed, yet those who took advantage, continue to take advantage. WARNING: We are and will continue to crack down on illegal dumping all across the city. Don't believe us, just watch! 📸

PhilaSanitation's tweet image. All of the 60+ dumpsites have been closed, yet those who took advantage, continue to take advantage. WARNING: We are and will continue to crack down on illegal dumping all across the city. Don't believe us, just watch! 📸

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PhiladelphiaSanitation@PhilaSanitation · Jul 21

Following the work stoppage, crews has been focused on collecting due to health & safety. Recycling is running a few days behind as crews tackle increased trash & illegal dumping. Please leave materials out. Thanks for your patience, Philly! Report missed collections to 311.

PhilaSanitation's tweet image. Following the work stoppage, crews has been focused on collecting due to health &amp; safety. Recycling is running a few days behind as crews tackle increased trash &amp; illegal dumping. Please leave materials out. Thanks for your patience, Philly! Report missed collections to 311.

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PhiladelphiaSanitation@PhilaSanitation · Jul 15

Crews continue to address illegal dumping piles that popped up in neighborhoods during the work stoppage. Here's a look at cleanup efforts at Comly and Frankford, 100 E. Shunk St, and 2900 Montgomery Av.

PhilaSanitation's tweet image. Crews continue to address illegal dumping piles that popped up in neighborhoods during the work stoppage. Here's a look at cleanup efforts at Comly and Frankford, 100 E. Shunk St, and 2900 Montgomery Av.

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PhiladelphiaSanitation@PhilaSanitation · Jul 15

☀️ The sun is shining, the birds are chirping—perfect BBQ weather! If you're clearing out old grills, TVs, or other bulky items, schedule a bulk collection and let our crews handle it. 🗑️ Schedule your pickup here:🔗ow.ly/Umxn50Woxpu

PhilaSanitation's tweet image. ☀️ The sun is shining, the birds are chirping—perfect BBQ weather! If you're clearing out old grills, TVs, or other bulky items, schedule a bulk collection and let our crews handle it. 🗑️
Schedule your pickup here:🔗ow.ly/Umxn50Woxpu

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PhiladelphiaSanitation@PhilaSanitation · Jul 13

Illegal dumping is detrimental to our communities. It creates blight and residents are left with unsightly eyesores in their neighborhoods. ow.ly/Z5qJ50WoPFA

PhilaSanitation's tweet card. Crews will remove the last of the dumpsters from temporary drop-off sites that were set up during the city workers' strike. Ray Strickland explains that while some areas are looking cleaner now,...

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PhiladelphiaSanitation@PhilaSanitation · 19 h

Tired of dumped tires in your neighborhood? Join the Tire Round-Up Program! Register your group to drop off tires at approved sites and earn money for community projects. Next collection day: August 2. Call 215-685-3981 or visit phila.gov/programs/tire-… for more information.

PhilaSanitation's tweet image. Tired of dumped tires in your neighborhood? Join the Tire Round-Up Program! Register your group to drop off tires at approved sites and earn money for community projects. Next collection day: August 2. Call 215-685-3981 or visit phila.gov/programs/tire-… for more information.

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Mayor Cherelle L. Parker@PhillyMayor · Jul 22

Today we celebrated 131 Future Track trainees who completed their 9 month program, which included work in our Citywide Cleaning Program, alley cleaning, and pollinator gardening with the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society. I am so proud of programs like Future Track from…

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PhiladelphiaSanitation@PhilaSanitation · Jul 23

Yesterday, Sanitation Commissioner Jacobs Shipman, @PhillyMayor, and City leaders celebrated 131 grads of the Philly Future Track Program! After 9 months of hard work & dedication, we’re proud to welcome many into the Sanitation Department. Congratulations to all the graduates!

PhilaSanitation's tweet image. Yesterday, Sanitation Commissioner Jacobs Shipman, @PhillyMayor, and City leaders celebrated 131 grads of the Philly Future Track Program! After 9 months of hard work &amp; dedication, we’re proud to welcome many into the Sanitation Department. Congratulations to all the graduates!

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PhiladelphiaSanitation@PhilaSanitation · Jul 21

Got questions? We’ve got answers: ✅ Illegally dumped during the strike? Expect a notice. ✅ Yes, the cameras are live & more are being added. ✅ It’s always cheaper to dump the right way. And yes—shame if you brought more than bagged trash.

PhilaSanitation's tweet image. Got questions? We’ve got answers:
✅ Illegally dumped during the strike? Expect a notice.
✅ Yes, the cameras are live &amp; more are being added.
✅ It’s always cheaper to dump the right way. And yes—shame if you brought more than bagged trash.

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PhiladelphiaSanitation@PhilaSanitation · Jul 17

Trash & recycling pickups may be delayed as crews work to clear excess materials and litter. Please leave items out for collection. We appreciate your patience as we work quickly to restore the regular schedule. Thank you for your cooperation.

PhilaSanitation's tweet image. Trash &amp; recycling pickups may be delayed as crews work to clear excess materials and litter. Please leave items out for collection. We appreciate your patience as we work quickly to restore the regular schedule. Thank you for your cooperation.

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PhiladelphiaSanitation@PhilaSanitation · Jul 16

🌟 Employee Spotlight of the Month: Pete Goral 🌟 Meet Pete Goral, a laborer & heavy equipment operator in Frankford, Pete leads by example—mentoring new staff & always putting safety first. His motto: “Never cut corners. Give 1000%.” Thank you, Pete, for all you do!

PhilaSanitation's tweet image. 🌟 Employee Spotlight of the Month: Pete Goral 🌟

Meet Pete Goral, a laborer &amp; heavy equipment operator in Frankford, Pete leads by example—mentoring new staff &amp; always putting safety first. His motto: “Never cut corners. Give 1000%.” Thank you, Pete, for all you do!

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PhiladelphiaSanitation@PhilaSanitation · Jul 14

The Sanitation Department's Mechanical Cleaning Program is back in action starting today, Monday, July 14! 🚛 To avoid violations, make sure to move your vehicles on scheduled cleaning days. 🧹 Check the cleaning schedule here: ow.ly/G1EN50WnRWg

PhilaSanitation's tweet image. The Sanitation Department's Mechanical Cleaning Program is back in action starting today, Monday, July 14! 🚛 To avoid violations, make sure to move your vehicles on scheduled cleaning days. 🧹 Check the cleaning schedule here:
ow.ly/G1EN50WnRWg

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PhiladelphiaSanitation@PhilaSanitation · Jul 13

Sanitation crews have been focused on cleaning and removing illegal dumpers piles since the work stoppage ended.

PhilaSanitation's tweet image. Sanitation crews have been focused on cleaning and removing illegal dumpers piles since the work stoppage ended.

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PhiladelphiaSanitation@PhilaSanitation · Jul 13

📢 Sanitation Services Resume Monday, July 14! All regular services are back, including: ✅ Trash & recycling curbside collection ✅ Twice a week trash collection ✅ Mechanical street cleaning (remember to move your vehicle during posted No Parking times) phila.gov/sanitation

PhilaSanitation's tweet image. 📢 Sanitation Services Resume Monday, July 14!

All regular services are back, including:
✅ Trash &amp; recycling curbside collection
✅ Twice a week trash collection
✅ Mechanical street cleaning (remember to move your vehicle during posted No Parking times)
phila.gov/sanitation

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PhiladelphiaSanitation@PhilaSanitation · Jul 12

Crews have been attacking cleaning piles since returning to work. Here are 700 E Clearfield St and Gratz and Cecil B Moore.

PhilaSanitation's tweet image. Crews have been attacking cleaning piles since returning to work. Here are 700 E Clearfield St and Gratz and Cecil B Moore.

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