I am writing you in regards to your "Trash Me"
blog. I too am constantly outraged at my fellow citizens blatant disregard for cleanliness and common decency. I am looking for some advice on how to handle a situation. Across from my South Philly house is a property that is for sale and currently unoccupied. Every week, sometimes the very next day after trash day, there is a collection of garbage bags that begin to pile up against the building. The amount ranges from 2-3 bags to more than 10.
Here is what it looks like:
I have been unable to catch whoever is doing this in the act. Do you have any suggestions on ways to possible catch such an [uncomplimentary descriptive noun]? Also is there any department I can call to complain to other than the city sanitation department? I call them 2-3 times a week and never get any help. I'm hoping maybe you have some suggestions. Help!
Brandon Gray
Comments (2)
The number I always call for trash enforcement issues is 215-685-4275. I think it is an office in the Streets Department. It almost always gets results in my experience. The woman who typically answers always seems concerned, engaged and responsive. Be sure to ask if you've reached the right number. They'll usually tell you to contact another city office if it's not. In the end they won't be able to do much if there isn't any mail or other items with an identifying address on it, but they will come to investigate.
Posted by Naz Pantaloni | December 31, 2007 10:03 AM
Posted on December 31, 2007 10:03
Thank you very much for the phone number. I'm going to call them first thing after the holiday. You should see the mess that's out there this week after Christmas. Ugh!
Posted by Brandon | December 31, 2007 2:42 PM
Posted on December 31, 2007 14:42