Parish Proud and Keep Lafayette Beautiful (KLB) announced Tuesday that waste containers will return to Mardi Gras parade routes throughout the City of Lafayette. This year, Acadiana Waste Services (AWS) will provide 700 garbage carts strategically placed along parade routes to help manage the significant amount of waste generated during the celebrations.
These containers play a vital role in preventing litter from blowing into storm drains and onto private property—areas that are often difficult for street sweepers to reach once parades conclude.
“Keeping Lafayette Beautiful is a shared passion between Acadiana Waste Services and Parish Proud,” said Gus Dugas, President of Acadiana Waste Services (AWS). “Together we can build awareness of the many programs in Lafayette designed to protect and enhance the beauty of Acadiana.”…