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Have there been any repeat offenders caught illegally dumping waste?

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      Commissioner Jessica Tisch confirms that there has been at least one repeat offender caught illegally dumping waste.

      • The department issues summonses of $4,000 for illegal dumping offenses.
      • Vehicles used for illegal dumping are also impounded, and offenders must pay cleanup costs.
      • The use of cameras has been effective in enforcing against illegal dumping.
      • The department is on track to exceed last year's record number of enforcement actions against illegal dumping.