Let’s Talk Trash Campaign Launched

Clatsop County Code Compliance has launched “Let’s Talk Trash,” a six-month campaign to raise awareness of when trash buildup on property could result in a violation.

“We are committed to being transparent. We want people to know what could initiate a Notice of Warning (NOW),” said Nancy Mendoza, code compliance specialist.

When a homeowner or occupant receives a NOW, they will be informed:

• When the trash– also called solid waste– must be removed
• What is considered solid waste on your property, and
• Actions the County may take if the solid waste is not removed

“We encourage people to reach out to us before a violation is issued. We are here to help and we can work with them on cleaning up the property,” she said.

The Let’s Talk Trash campaign will help residents understand how to properly dispose of waste and what to do if trash is illegally dumped where you live.