Venice’s Market Street Cleanup: Police Engage with Community Amidst Homelessness Initiative

On Thursday, March 14, 2024, Venice witnessed a collaborative cleanup operation as the City of Los Angeles Department of Public Works and Clean Harbors Environmental Inc. came together to address homeless encampments. In a move aimed at benefiting both the local community and individuals experiencing homelessness, a segment of Market Street in Venice was designated for a detailed cleanup. Workers donned protective hazardous materials suits for safety, following strict safety protocols throughout the process. The operation was characterized by the synchronized efforts of two waste management teams. The Department of Public Works team, identifiable in yellow vests, and the Clean Harbors team, in orange vests, each took on roles that played to their strengths. The Clean Harbors team focused on sorting and safely disposing of hazardous waste, including batteries and syringes, while the Department of Public Works handled non-hazardous waste collection, ensuring the thorough cleaning of the area.