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Harris County Is Asking For The Public’s Help To Fight Illegal Dumping

Posted on March 19, 2018 · Authorities say some of the problem is caused by trash haulers who are trying to avoid landfill fees.

City of Houston

One Clean Houston initiative to combat illegal dumping in the city

Posted on March 29, 2023 · The city has gotten over 5,000 complaints about illegal dumping over the past year. The Department of Justice has also launched an investigation about dumping happening more often in Houston’s Black and Latino communities.

City of Houston

Houston’s Solid Waste Department to hire contractors to help with bulk waste, illegal dumping

Posted on February 9, 2023 · The three-year contract will provide the solid waste department with additional help with picking-up illegal heavy trash and junk waste.

City of Houston

City of Houston to increase funding to address illegal dumping

Posted on December 19, 2022 · Turner said trash returns to the illegal dumping sites just as quickly as the city cleans them up. He said the city is doing its part to keep the city clean but they need help from residents too.

Energy & Environment

Residents and advocates are hopeful for change as the DOJ begins investigating illegal dumping in Houston

Posted on September 6, 2022 · The investigation comes after a civil rights complaint was filed alleging the city is much slower to respond to reports of illegal dumping in communities of color than in wealthier, white communities.

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Harris County Is Asking For The Public’s Help To Fight Illegal Dumping

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