Many organizations and governmental entities have been addressing the issue of litter independently, however there lacked coordination. Trash Talkers goal was to get the right people in the room, to learn what is already being done, to create a strategic plan, come up with solutions, funding, ordinances, accountability, and execution. Trash Talkers members include:
For over a year, the Trash Talker members have collaborated on reducing litter. Beginning in South County, our collation identified “Hots Spots,” coordinated clean-ups, developed a mission statement, a logo, and this web site. Now, these agencies are for the first time working in an engaged, coordinated effort to address illegal dumping, the impacts of encampments, and the random litter that mars our beautiful county. Along with our enforcement partners, we are seeking to educate community members, eradicate this illegal activity and to seek prosecution where appropriate.