Cleanslate Chicago (Cleanslate) is a neighborhood beautification business cleaning sidewalks, parkways, public gardens and vacant lots.

In addition, Cleanslate also educates community residents and businesses about the importance of recycling, and facilitates recycling efforts.

Cleanslate sets itself apart through its:

+ quality of execution,
+ fast and friendly professional service, and
+ focus on communities’ needs.

However, Cleanslate is more than just a high-quality neighborhood improvement project. It provides a real opportunity for individuals to learn and apply new skills, earn money, improve their long-term job prospects, and make a real difference in the community.

>> What Does Cleanslate Do?

+ Sweeps and collects litter along the designated route. This includes sidewalks, 18 inches into the street and vacant lots as assigned.

+ Collects all recyclable materials and places them in the Blue Bags. Recyclable materials include glass and plastic bottles, paper and cans.

+ Actively encourages residents and businesses to recycle their trash.

+ Promotes recycling in the community through events and special Cleanslate initiatives.

+ Empties garbage cans and places new liners into the cans.

+ Places all filled bags at the designated pickup point by the designated time. This includes recyclable and garbage bags.

+ Clean, weeds and maintains public gardens.