Recommendation SI.33
Recommendation Status: Expand
Increase the frequency and advertisement of "free days" for the disposal of unwanted hazardous waste from homes, businesses, places of worship, government entities, and schools at hazardous waste drop-off facilities.
This recommendation helps achieve the following
Sustainable Infrastructure
Complete
Communities
Key Issues Addressed
Related Planning Topic Areas
Applicable Geographic Scales
Countywide
Municipalities
Sub-geographies
Equity Considerations
Avoids illegal dumping in distressed neighborhoods.
Sustainability Considerations
These programs discourage illegal dumping, dumping into the household trash, all of which can lead to soil, water, and air pollution while supporting sustainable resource management.
Implementation
Lead Partner(s)
St. Louis County Department of Transportation and Public Works
Supporting Partner(s)
Cost
Medium
($1-10mil)
Low
(Less than $1 mil)
High
($10+ mil)
Project, Partnership, or Policy
Project
Partnership
Policy
Municipalities
Neighborhood and Subdivision Organizations
Schools
Businesses
Religious and Civic Organizations
Timeline
Medium-term
(5-10 Years)
Ongoing
Near-term
(Within 5 Years)
Long-term
(10+ Years)
Potential Funding Sources
St. Louis County CDBG + general operating revenue
Tracking Implementation
Tracking Success
LEED CC Materials + Resources
If overperforming, what should we do?
County staff to organize "free" collection days at community centers and libraries.
If underperforming, what should we do?
No action.