This summer, ACSID began a new Boardwalk program that brings added safety and cleanliness to the Atlantic City Boardwalk. Funded by the CRDA, the program combines Environmental Service with an Ambassador Bike Patrol to keep the Boardwalk clean and
safe for the enjoyment of all visitors.

An intensive cleaning and sweeping operation (see vacuum units, left) removes an average of 1800 gallons of garbage from the Boardwalk every week and utilizes powerwashers and steam cleaners to remove stubborn stains, gum and grime.

Meanwhile, ACSID Ambassador Bike Patrol personnel (shown, left) systematically tour the Boardwalk daily, 10am-2am, to maintain security and assist Boardwalk visitors with various issues of concern such as reuniting lost children and the elderly with their caregivers and, in cases of emergency, linking our visitors with the proper authorities.

While the Environmental Service Division sweeps and vacuums the entire District daily all year long, in the spring and summer months specialized steam cleaning units are utilized to rid the District of gum and grime that accumulates over the fall and winter months and maintain that standard of cleanliness throughout the busy summer season. In the fall these units are drained and stored away, waiting for warmer weather when it is once again safe to use them.

While the Environmental Service Division's primary focus is on keeping
the District clean, there are other services that can make a big difference in maintaining the appearance of a clean, safe and beautiful downtown. A fresh coat of paint brings new life to aluminum poles, black light posts, public telephones, trash cans, benches and bus shelters on Atlantic Avenue and the Boardwalk.

Vacant city lots benefit from regular attention. Keeping the grass cut, trees and bushes trimmed and removing debris and litter from these unused spaces prevents larger problems from developing.

Graffitti removal is another important service. We have found that vandals are less likely to "tag" an area if all traces of their handiwork is removed as soon as it is found.