Beach Cleanup Call: Fresh trash was spotted this week in the Mangel Halto–Spaanse Lagoen area, including litter under palapas and abandoned boxes—another reminder that keeping Aruba’s beaches clean is a shared job for residents and visitors. Local Governance & Environment: In Balaoan’s Sinapangan Norte, the Model Barangay 2026 evaluation reviewed progress across governance, environmental protection, health and sanitation, and disaster risk reduction, tied to “clean, safe, and green” community goals. Tourism Strategy Shift: AHATA’s “How to Fix Tourism” session urged Aruba to move from chasing visitor numbers to planning for better, more sustainable tourism that respects the island’s capacity and protects quality of life. Waste & Illegal Dumping: The Bureau City Inspector says illegal dumping persists despite free waste disposal zones, stressing that land ownership doesn’t allow turning property into dumps. National Cleanup Day Results: Aruba’s second National Cleanup Day collected 102 tons of waste, with lessons learned about better waste-zone awareness and smarter container placement. Cuida Aruba Campaign: The island also kicked off a two-day Cuida Aruba cleanup drive, combining volunteer cleanups with rainy-season preparations like clearing canals and roadsides.