Turning an Abandoned Area Into a Cleaner Space
BACOLOD - The Bacolod Environment and Natural Resources Office (BENRO), together with CEO-Motorpool Bacolod, conducted clearing operations at a large illegal dumping area along 16th Street in Barangay 7. The activity aims to remove accumulated waste and address a site that has become a concern for nearby residents. Clearing the area is an important step toward improving its surroundings and reducing the effects of improper garbage disposal.
Barangay 7 Plans to Improve the Cleared Area
Barangay 7 officials have committed to landscaping the abandoned area and making it accessible to businesses willing to take part in cleanup and planting activities. The plan offers an opportunity to turn an underused space into a more organized and welcoming part of the community. Residents and nearby establishments are also reminded to stop disposing of garbage along 16th Street so that the improvements can be maintained.
Preventing Illegal Dumping Protects Community Health
The city continues to encourage residents to dispose of their waste properly and avoid dumping garbage in vacant lots, roadsides, and other unauthorized locations. Accumulated waste can attract pests, create unpleasant surroundings, and expose nearby households to health risks. Sustained cooperation between barangay officials, businesses, and residents will help keep the area clean and support a healthier environment throughout the community.
