Recommendation SI.32
Recommendation Status: Expand
Increase fines and the prosecution of offenders for illegal dumping and for polluting emissions of environmental odors, noise, dust, asbestos, and open burning.
This recommendation help achieve the following
Applicable Geographic Scales
Countywide
Municipalities
Key Issues Addressed
Sustainability Considerations
Sub-geographies
Equity Considerations
Reduces illegal dumping and other undesirable living conditions in distressed neighborhoods.
Illegal dumping causes ecological degradation and disrupts ecosystems, contaminates soil and water, leads to wildlife harm, increased fire risk, and has aesthetic and economic costs.
Related Planning Topic Areas
Sustainable Infrastructure
Complete Communities
Low
(Less than $1 mil)
Medium
($1-10mil)
Partnership
Implementation
Lead Partner(s)
St. Louis County Department of Transportation and Public Works
Timeline
Ongoing
Near-term
(Within 5 Years)
Supporting Partner(s)
Municipalities
Neighborhood and Subdivision Organizations
Developers
Project
Cost
High
($10+ mil)
Project, Partnership, or Policy
Policy
Medium-term
(5-10 Years)
Long-term
(10+ Years)
Potential Funding Sources
St. Louis County CDBG + general operating revenue
Tracking Implementation
Engage County Police to find and trace offenders.
Tracking Success
LEED CC Materials + Resources
If overperforming, what should we do?
No action.
If underperforming, what should we do?