GEORGE NEWS - Illegal dumping is a huge challenge that costs the George ratepayer millions. George Municipality rolled out a campaign against illegal dumping earlier this year with a budget of R16.34m allocated to address the persisting problem.
As part of its campaign, an educational illegal dumping awareness campaign was successfully held recently at the shopping centre in Pacaltsdorp where officials engaged with residents around the harmful effects of illegal dumping on the environment, public health and municipal service delivery.
The campaign created an opportunity to interact directly with community members in a busy public space, allowing officials to reach a broad cross-section of residents.
Information was shared on proper waste disposal practices, available municipal refuse removal services, and the importance of making use of legal disposal and recycling facilities.
Community members were encouraged to take a pledge against illegal dumping, symbolising their commitment to keeping their neighbourhoods clean, safe and healthy. The initiative was well received, with residents showing keen interest and willingness to play their part in protecting the environment.
Taking the pledge is Clive Caroulus.
Executive Mayor Browen Johnson and MMC Erika Brown for Environmental Services joined the campaign, reinforcing the municipality’s commitment to combatting illegal dumping through education, community participation and shared responsibility.
The positive response from residents highlighted the importance of awareness and community involvement in addressing illegal dumping.
Johnson said the municipality remains confident that through continued educational initiatives and cooperation with communities, cleaner and healthier living environments can be achieved for all.
Gurshwin Lewies took the pledge.
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