Illegal dumping has become an
increasing problem in our community. It
is not only unsightly, but can also create health hazards, and the clean up
drains city resources that could be put to better use. Here are some tips to stop illegal dumping in
your neighborhood.
· Call RCPD Dispatch 650-780-7100 every time you witness
this activity.
· Take photos of the illegal dumping as it takes place,
and save these photos.
· Write down the license plate number of the vehicle
involved in the dumping, and the time and date of the occurrence.
If you have large
household items or potentially hazardous material to dispose of please contact Recology San Mateo County to make arrangements to do so LEGALLY. Recology offers curbside collection for certain items and has local facilities to dispose of most other types of waste. For further information contact Recology at:
www.recologysanmateocounty.com
Recology San Mateo County Transfer Station is located at 225 Shoreway Road, San Carlos, CA 94070.
Illegal dumping is against the law and can be punished by
fines up to $1000 for the first offense.
Redwood City Municipal Code Section 14.5 - Dumping
No person shall dump, place or bury in any lot,
land, street or alley, or in any water or waterway or elsewhere within the City
any garbage, trash, rubbish or manure, or any waste matter condemned by the
Health Department or its authorized representatives.
California Penal Code Section 374.3 - Dumping
374.3. (a) It is unlawful to dump or cause to be dumped waste matter in or upon a public or private highway or road, including any portion of the right-of-way thereof, or in or upon private property.
Violators can be fined as much as $1000 per occurrence.
