The County of Santa Cruz has begun installing surveillance cameras at key locations in unincorporated areas of the County to help prevent illegal dumping, a strategy to protect the environment and help keep Santa Cruz County clean.
Illegal dumping costs local taxpayers nearly half a million dollars annually in cleanup costs, county officials said. Although signage and fines are in place, surveillance cameras have been installed at three locations to increase prevention efforts. Violators caught on camera face fines of up to $500 along with restitution costs.
Cameras are now operational, and enforcement efforts are underway. Additional camera locations are also being considered.
Residents are encouraged to utilize the GreenWaste Bulky Item Collection Program, Overages Program, or the recyclables collection program, which offers three free pickups per year for GreenWaste customers living in unincorporated Santa Cruz County. The Bulky Item Collection Program allows for the proper disposal of large items such as furniture and appliances.
To schedule a pickup, visit bit.ly/greenwaste-scc or call 426.2711. Learn about Illegal Dumping at bit.ly/stop-illegal-dumping.
