According to Kathy Allen, Management Analyst with the City of Simi Valley’s Public Works - Environmental Compliance Department, last year’s cleanup resulted in collecting 4,000 pounds of trash and 400 pounds of recyclable metals. In the past, volunteers have collected shopping carts, spare tires, clothing and Styrofoam.
“It’s important that we keep our waterways clear of debris and Waste Management’s continued support helps to make the Coastal Cleanup Day a successful one each year,” said Allen.
“The Arroyo is an important natural resource for our community and we are committed to doing our part to ensure that the waterway stays free of obstructions and clean,” said Mike Smith, Waste Management’s Market Area General Manager.
The local Cleanup will begin at Rancho Simi Community Park on Erringer Road near the corner of Royal Avenue and Erringer Road. Individuals interested in volunteering should call Kevin Gieschen at (805) 583-6462. For other Coastal Cleanup Events call the California Coastal Commission at 800-COAST-4U or visit www.coast4u.org.
Waste Management provides Ventura County with recycling, trash hauling and
solid waste disposal through G.I. Industries and the Simi Valley Landfill and
Recycling Center. Waste Management has owned and operated G.I. Industries since
1998 and the SVLRC site since 1983 and employs more than 230 people in Ventura
County. The SVLRC provides approximately 60% of Ventura County's daily refuse
disposal needs. The company operates a “green power” program at
the site that generates enough power for 2,500 homes, and clean-burning LNG
powers 38 of its trucks. Waste Management is a significant contributor to area
community groups. For more information visit our website www.keepingventuracountyclean.com.
