Community
“This is all about preserving the beauty of our County,” said County Supervisor Kollin Kosmicki. “The goal is to send a strong message that we are no longer going to put up with illegal dumping. We are a beautiful community, and we need to take pride in that; we cannot allow this to happen anymore.”
Supervisor Kosmicki adds, “Fine increases are just one step toward solving this problem, and I have confidence our county team will follow through on multiple approaches to reduce these behaviors.” In addition to the increase in fines, County staff is working to implement additional preventative measures such as signage, cameras, fencing, and increased enforcement and educational outreach to help curb illegal dumping. The increase in fines, in combination with these efforts, will act as a deterrent to dumping and help preserve the natural beauty of our community.
County Supervisor Angela Curro shares that addressing illegal dumping “is a very important mission of this board, and we want to address it as a community and as a team.” County Integrated Waste Management staff is actively working with various County departments and contractors to implement best enforcement practices, improve County response time to illegal dumping occurrences, and increase education and outreach on free disposal and recycling programs.
Free Recycling Programs
Did you know you can recycle your residential mattresses at John Smith Road Landfill for FREE? Are you aware of the various FREE bulky item recycling programs offered to San Benito County residents?
Please Visit www.cosb.us/IWM to learn more about FREE disposal events and services offered year-round to San Benito County residents. Residents can call San Benito County Integrated Waste Management at (831) 636-4110 or [email protected] with any questions.
About San Benito County Integrated Waste Management
San Benito County Integrated Waste Management (SBCIWM) Regional Agency administers recycling and waste reduction programs to meet CalRecycle waste mandates, protect public health, and increase sustainability for its Regional Agency Members, including the Cities of Hollister and San Juan Bautista and the County of San Benito. SBCIWM proudly coordinates comprehensive and cost-effective programs for green businesses, household hazardous waste, small quantity generators of hazardous waste, safe disposal for medication and sharps, motor oil recycling, and more. To learn more about our programs and events, please visit our website at www.cosb.us/iwm or follow us on social media.
SAN BENITO COUNTY INCREASES FINES UP TO $10,000 FOR ILLEGAL DUMPING VIOLATIONS
San Benito County, CA, October 9, 2023 — Illegal dumping occurs throughout our community, bringing important concerns regarding public health and safety, environmental quality, and the overall well-being of residents and local wildlife. At the San Benito County Board of Supervisors meeting on August 22, 2023, the County Supervisors unanimously voted to amend the County Code of Ordinances to increase the administrative fines for illegal dumping violations up to $10,000. Effective September 21, 2023, the fines will be as follows:
| Prior Fines | Newly Adopted Fines (Effective September 21) |
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| First Offense | $100 | $2,500 |
| Second Offense | $200 | $5,000 |
| Third Offense | $300 | $10,000 |
“This is all about preserving the beauty of our County,” said County Supervisor Kollin Kosmicki. “The goal is to send a strong message that we are no longer going to put up with illegal dumping. We are a beautiful community, and we need to take pride in that; we cannot allow this to happen anymore.”
Supervisor Kosmicki adds, “Fine increases are just one step toward solving this problem, and I have confidence our county team will follow through on multiple approaches to reduce these behaviors.” In addition to the increase in fines, County staff is working to implement additional preventative measures such as signage, cameras, fencing, and increased enforcement and educational outreach to help curb illegal dumping. The increase in fines, in combination with these efforts, will act as a deterrent to dumping and help preserve the natural beauty of our community.
County Supervisor Angela Curro shares that addressing illegal dumping “is a very important mission of this board, and we want to address it as a community and as a team.” County Integrated Waste Management staff is actively working with various County departments and contractors to implement best enforcement practices, improve County response time to illegal dumping occurrences, and increase education and outreach on free disposal and recycling programs.
Free Recycling Programs
Did you know you can recycle your residential mattresses at John Smith Road Landfill for FREE? Are you aware of the various FREE bulky item recycling programs offered to San Benito County residents?
Please Visit www.cosb.us/IWM to learn more about FREE disposal events and services offered year-round to San Benito County residents. Residents can call San Benito County Integrated Waste Management at (831) 636-4110 or [email protected] with any questions.
About San Benito County Integrated Waste Management
San Benito County Integrated Waste Management (SBCIWM) Regional Agency administers recycling and waste reduction programs to meet CalRecycle waste mandates, protect public health, and increase sustainability for its Regional Agency Members, including the Cities of Hollister and San Juan Bautista and the County of San Benito. SBCIWM proudly coordinates comprehensive and cost-effective programs for green businesses, household hazardous waste, small quantity generators of hazardous waste, safe disposal for medication and sharps, motor oil recycling, and more. To learn more about our programs and events, please visit our website at www.cosb.us/iwm or follow us on social media.
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471 4th St
Hollister, CA 95023
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