Public Works reports quarterly solid‑waste gains, flags hiring and illegal‑dumping challenges Department of Public Works presented April–June performance metrics, citing high completion rates for collection services but persistent not‑out stops, staffing vacancies and growing illegal dumping; staff noted steps to increase enforcement and staffing changes including the departure of Deputy Commissioner Kanika Greenlee.

The Department of Public Works reported impressive completion rates for waste collection, but ongoing staffing shortages and illegal dumping continue to challenge city services.

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Atlanta, there will be no solid waste collections on Friday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day.
 
Friday pickups will take place Saturday, July 5.
 
Regular collection schedules will resume Monday, July 7, 2025.
 
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Councilman outlines plan for 1000 new DPW employees to address city growth Councilman Lewis advocates for expanding DPW staff to meet demands of new housing developments.

Councilman Lewis is pushing for a bold plan to hire 1,000 new employees in the Department of Public Works to keep up with Atlanta's rapid growth and new housing developments.

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