Philadelphia Launches Twice-Weekly Trash Collection Pilot in South Philly and Center City

The $12 million initiative aims to improve cleanliness and reduce illegal dumping, with plans to expand citywide next year.

The pilot program covers South Philadelphia and Center City, spanning from Callowhill Street to Pattison Avenue, and 30th Street to Columbus Boulevard.
Residents in the pilot area will receive a second trash pickup three days after their regular collection day, excluding holidays, but recycling remains weekly.
The initiative, a key promise of Mayor Cherelle Parker’s campaign, is part of broader efforts to enhance public safety and quality of life through cleaner streets.
City officials chose the initial neighborhoods due to available resources and higher density, with plans to expand to North and West Philadelphia next fall after acquiring more sanitation vehicles.
The program aims to address illegal dumping by providing more frequent waste removal, with city brochures and online resources available to guide residents.