Mayor Parker and Office of Clean and Green Launches Illegal Dumping Task Force

PHILADELPHIA – Mayor Cherelle L. Parker and the Office of Clean and Green Initiatives today announced the formation of the One Philly, A United City Illegal Dumping Task Force, a specialized unit dedicated to eliminating illegal dumping across the city. This strategic initiative is a key component of Mayor Parker’s vision for a safer, cleaner, and greener Philadelphia, targeting one of the most persistent quality-of-life issues affecting residents.

The newly formed task force will launch on November 3, 2025, and operate with a multi-pronged approach, combining proactive surveillance, rapid response cleanup, and stringent enforcement to deter offenders. The unit will leverage data analysis and resident reporting to identify and monitor illegal dumping hotspots. Its mission is to investigate and enforce illegal dumping incidents using the City’s Notice of Violation (NOV) process, implement preventative measures that disrupt the cycle of illegal dumping, and hold violators accountable.

“Our administration is steadfast in its commitment to delivering a higher quality of life for every Philadelphian,” said Mayor Cherelle L. Parker. “The Illegal Dumping Task Force embodies our city’s determination to make all neighborhoods cleaner, healthier, and more welcoming. By tackling illegal dumping head-on, we are investing in the well-being of our communities and building a city where every resident can take pride in their neighborhood.”