Cost of Illegal Dumping in Imperial Valley- $7.5 Million

Written by Cathy on November 25, 2009 – 10:22 am -

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PHOTO COURTESY OF THE IMPERIAL IRRIGATION DISTRICT This is one of 15 illegal dumping sites that litter about 1,000 acres of Imperial Irrigation District property near canals. Hazardous materials, like discarded pesticide containers, increase waste-removal fees

For many of my readers, I have done so many posts on litter and illegal dumping.  Not only is it unsightly and toxic, it cost you the taxpayer money. Who else is going to clean it up.

The Imperial Irrigation District, about 1,000 acres has identified 15 illegal dump sites around the Alamo and New Rivers- that means that toxic waste is seeping into our groundwater. Estimated cost $7.5 million.

Read the full article here: IV press online

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