#WasteManagement
New Waste Penalties Coming
⚠️ Heads up waste facility users - The Regional District is adding 8 new violations that could cost you $200-$400 in fines. From unlawful recycling deposits to property damage, these new enforcement rules aim to crack down on facility misuse.
♻️ Unlawful deposit of recyclable materials ($200-$400)
🚫 Bringing non-permitted or prohibited waste ($200-$400)
☣️ Unlawful deposit of controlled/hazardous waste ($200-$400)
🔒 Unlawful entry to facilities ($200-$400)
💰 Unlawfully removing materials or damaging property ($200-$400)
🏦 Streamlined enforcement ahead - The Regional District is also adding the Manager of Infrastructure and Sustainability as a new enforcement officer who can issue penalties and handle disputes. This expands who can write tickets and aims to speed up the violation process.
Are these waste facility penalties reasonable?
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📅 Regional District Board Meeting - October 8, 2025
This bylaw amendment gets first, second AND third reading at the same meeting - meaning it could be adopted immediately. Want to weigh in on enforcement approach or penalty amounts? Attend the meeting or contact your regional director before October 8th.
🚨 New Waste Disposal Fines Coming
The Regional District is adopting Bylaw 1923 to enforce new solid waste violations with fines up to $400. From illegal dumping to damaging facilities - these rules now have teeth.
🗂️ New Solid Waste Management Bylaw created violations without enforcement power
⚖️ Current Bylaw Notice Enforcement system couldn't issue fines for waste infractions
🔧 Amendment adds 8 new waste violations to enforceable schedule
👥 Streamlines dispute process by expanding screening officer roles
📋 Updates needed to make new waste rules legally enforceable
♻️ Unlawful deposit of recyclable materials: $200-$400 fine
🚫 Deposit of prohibited waste materials: $200-$400 fine
⚠️ Unlawful deposit of controlled waste: $200-$400 fine
🔐 Unlawful entry to waste facilities: $200-$400 fine
💰 Damage to Regional District property: $200-$400 fine
The amendment also adds the Manager of Infrastructure and Sustainability as a Screening Officer to handle bylaw violation disputes more efficiently. This administrative change aims to streamline the appeals process for residents.
Should waste rule violations carry fines?
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Board Meeting: October 8, 2025
Status: Proposed amendment bylaw ready for consideration
Process: Requires First, Second and Third Readings, then Adoption
Timeline: All readings and adoption could occur at the October 8 meeting
Province Delays Mattress Recycling Rules
BC government has decided not to regulate mattresses at this time under Extended Producer Responsibility rules. The delay is due to current global economic climate and affordability concerns from British Columbians.
🗳️ Regional District advocated for mattress recycling regulation in September
♻️ Extended Producer Responsibility makes manufacturers handle disposal costs
💰 Without regulation, residents pay disposal fees instead of producers
🌍 Policy delay affects BC's circular economy progress
📋 Other products still planned: electronics, medical sharps, auto parts
"The current global economic climate has made it difficult to get by, and we are listening to concerns from British Columbians about affordability challenges. This has helped inform our decision not to regulate mattresses at this time."— Hon. Tamara Davidson, Minister of Environment and Parks
This provincial response was received by the Regional District and is included as Attachment # 5.5.b in the agenda package for the Chair and Directors to consider.