Antioch launches task force to crack down on illegal dumping, speed up cleanup efforts

The city of Antioch launched a new Illegal Dumping Task Force earlier this month to improve coordination among city departments and strengthen efforts to address ongoing dumping problems in neighborhoods and public spaces. 

The cross-departmental initiative, announced by City Manager Bessie Marie Scott, includes staff from Public Works, Code Enforcement, the Antioch Police Department, the Environmental Resources Division, and the Public Information Office.