Just one day after FOX 26 reported on the illegal dumping occurring in Sunnyside, clean-up crews were spotted Wednesday morning, making significant headway in clearing the area.
FOX 26 spoke with Sunnyside residents who were relieved to see progress, but expressed frustration with the delayed response. Residents say they reported the illegal dumping to the 3-1-1 city service line over a month ago.SUGGESTED: Houston firefighter pay deal: $650M in bonds for back pay approved by council"It shouldn’t take the news to come out, and it shouldn’t be months at a time," said Travis McGee, Civic President for Sunnyside . "We have to pay our taxes every year.
I am actively working with the Solid Waste Management Department, Houston Public Works, and the Houston Police Department to develop a comprehensive strategy to address illegal dumping in District D. This includes increasing enforcement and patrolling efforts to deter future incidents. We are also planning to install surveillance cameras and improve street lighting in targeted areas to enhance security and visibility.
Resident Actions After Reporting to 311:After residents report illegal dumping to 311, they should also call or email my office with the Service Request number. This allows us to follow up on the case or send our Hot Team if needed. For larger dumpsites, such as the one on Jutland that requires a grappler truck, we will coordinate with the appropriate city services to ensure proper cleanup. We are also working on a plan to address the depository bottleneck.
Ongoing Concerns:Illegal dumping is indeed an ongoing concern for me and our district. For the past year, we have allocated funding and worked closely with department leadership to create a proactive strategy to combat this issue. Our efforts are ongoing, and we are committed to maintaining a clean and safe environment for all residents."
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