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Council presses administration on ‘Keep Worcester Clean’ rollout and bulk waste drop-off access
Summary
Councilors praised the administration’s Keep Worcester Clean efforts but urged faster, sustained access to the city bulk waste drop-off site after residents reported appointment backlogs and ongoing illegal dumping.
City councilors on July 24 applauded a new “Keep Worcester Clean” initiative but pressed the administration to expand access to the city’s bulk-waste drop-off site after appointments filled within days and residents reported illegal dumping in neighborhoods.
Councilor George Russell (recounting residents’ complaints) called for a review of why appointment slots ran out so quickly and urged the city manager to explore alternatives, including more open dates, longer hours, or additional drop-off locations. “If somebody goes to the gate there and…
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