Keep West Palm Beach Beautiful
History
The Keep West Palm Beach Beautiful (KWPBB) program is a city initiative that originated from the Clean Streets Task Force. As part of Mayor Keith James’ commitment to Neighborhoods First, the Clean Streets Task Force was developed to enhance the effort and bring additional accountability and structure to the initiative. The Mayor’s Neighborhoods First Initiative will do the following to create a culture that focuses on neighborhood collaboration and partnerships:
Clean Streets Task Force
The Clean Streets Taskforce is a working group comprised of members of the Mayor’s Office, Public Works, Parks and Recreation, Sustainability, Police Department, Code Enforcement, Stormwater, Economic Development, City Administration, Development Services, HCD, DDA and CRA.
Charter Team Mission
Develop a vision and strategy to implement best practices and improvement ideas in order to reduce illegal dumping, abandoned vehicles and litter in our community.
- October 2020 Clean Streets Task Force Established
- February 2022 Keep America Beautiful affiliate
- October 2022 Keep West Palm Beach Beautiful Coordinator position added
- February 2023 KWPBB Coordinator onboarded
Purpose
KWPBB shares the Keep America Beautiful (KAB) mission to inspire and educate people to take action every day to improve and beautify their communities. KWPBB collaborates with residents, volunteers and our community partners for the purpose of providing Community Restoration and Community Resiliency for all of West Palm Beach.
Community Restoration
CLEAN: End to the littering in our neighborhoods and reduce the waste.
GREEN: Plant trees and nurture our green spaces for the benefit of our community and environment.
Community Resiliency
MOBILIZED: Commitment to an inclusive community centered approach.
INCLUSIVE: Leveraging the collective talents, strengths and capabilities of our community and partners.
Community Action
KWPBB and our Clean Streets program encourage residents and neighborhood communities to get involved. Explore what we have accomplished on our YouTube channel.
Mission
Beautification:
Beautiful neighborhoods begins within our communities. Sustainable gardening, tree planting, vacant lot mitigation, and living seawall restoration, are just a few ways our residents and partners can contribute to Keeping West Palm Beach Beautiful.
Reduce Waste:
The average American produces 4.5 pounds of trash per day. Collectively, Americans produce 268 million tons of waste. More than half of the waste produced is contributed by residential waste. Recycling, composting, and no longer using single use products and packaging are a few strategies we can start today. See the A-Z Guide to Waste Disposal & Recycling.
End Littering:
Littering negatively impacts the environment, our public spaces and quality of life for our residents and visitors. All of our communities deserve to be clean and litter free.
Volunteerism:
Your Keep West Palm Beach Beautiful program is here to enable and empower West Palm Beach residents and our volunteer partners. If you’re interested in volunteering to help clean up the City of West Palm Beach, KWPBB can help!
Get Involved
I want to Volunteer
Volunteers are the backbone of creating a culture that is mindful of the environment and share a passion for being actively involved in the community
Volunteer Waiver(PDF, 136KB)
Volunteers are provided the below items.
I want to organize a cleanup
You are interested in leading your own cleanup event with the support of KWPBB.
Please contact KWPBB@wpb.org
Community Resources
WPBKey
Community can report code violations, illegal dumping, litter, abandoned vehicles and more with WPBKey!
Community Appearance Index Map
Using technology to promote awareness while addressing litter & illegal dumping.
F.A.Q
How do I report illegal dumping?
Report Illegal Dumping! You may be eligible for up to a $500 Reward!
How can I recycle?
Recycling at Home
"Recycling is available to all Palm Beach County residents. With your help, we've made Palm Beach County's recycling program one of the best in the country. In fact, Palm Beach County's recyclables are known worldwide for being of the highest quality. If you currently recycle, we thank you. If you don't, we urge you to start."
Learn more
Need recycling bin?
The Solid Waste Authority (SWA) provides recycling bins. Call (561) 640-4000 or (866) NEW-BINS.
You can also order online, visit www.swa.org/recycleright.
How can I have my home painted?
Paint Your Heart Out!
Paint Your Heart Out Palm Beach County is a volunteer-based nonprofit organization that offers assistance to the elderly, disabled and low-income families with children. Paint Your Heart Out paints the exterior of qualifying single-family homes with the SWA’s recycled paint at no cost to the homeowner. Volunteers age 15 and older are welcome to participate.
Learn more by visiting Solid Waste Authority Paint Your Heart Out program.
What is my "Bulk Item" Pickup Schedule?
Bulk Items
The City of West Palm Beach provides bulk collection service to residents who live in single family homes.
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Bulk items are picked up once a week on your Bulk Pickup Day (See Pick up schedule)
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Up to 3 bulk items can be placed at the curb for collection weekly.
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More than 3 bulk items requires a special pick up which can be scheduled for a fee by emailing publicworks@wpb.org
or calling (561) 822-2075.
How do I replace my trash can?
For damaged trash can
Stolen trash can?