Save Our Shores

"Even if they’re not in our own backyard, environmental harms like litter and illegal dumping affect all of us. The Pitch In Initiative’s work to create cleaner, safer spaces is vital to the health and wellbeing of our communities. I commend the initiative's leadership in improving Santa Cruz County’s public spaces and helping earn the Clean California Community designation!"

Senator Adam Schiff

Become A Trash Talker!

 
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Eliminate litter, abandoned encampments, and dumping on roadways, waterways and agricultural land

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Educate and engage community, non-profits, schools, and local governments

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To improve the health, well-being, economic value and the beauty of our region

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Plastic production has already risen from two million tonnes in 1950 to about 475 million in 2022 – and it is expected to keep rising without extra measures.

This is illegal Dumping! Take usable items to appropriate locations.

"If you are a customer of GreenWaste, you qualify for four extra garbage setouts and three bulky items collected every calendar year as part of your service.
Call GreenWaste customer service to schedule these events."
– Beau Hawksford, County of Santa Cruz

Report Illegal Dumping

 
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