“Waste Watch” Trains Drivers to Aid Police Phoenix – December 16th, 2009 – Phoenix police have a new ally to help protect Valley neighborhoods. Waste Management and the Phoenix Police Department will join forces to launch Waste Watch, a WM community safety program designed to help law enforcement spot suspicious activity. Through this program, Waste Management drivers will act as an extra set of eyes and ears for police, fire department and emergency services, reporting unusual activity that may take place while drivers are on their routes. Dozens of Waste Management drivers will be trained by security professionals and Phoenix Police to show them what to look for while on their routes and how to respond in an emergency situation. “Since Waste Management drivers are familiar with their routes and tend to work at night when crime often occurs, it makes them good candidates for spotting suspicious activity,” said Waste Management Area Vice President Dan Vermeer. “Waste Watch is another way for our employees to help make a positive difference in our community, to help make it a safer place. The media is invited to attend a press conference announcing the program: Location: Waste Management’s Elwood Facility 1580 E. Elwood St. (just south of University) Date: Thursday, December 17th, 2009 Time: 2pm Who: Remarks from Mayor Phil Gordon, Public Safety Manager Jack Harris and Waste Management Area Vice President Dan Vermeer
