The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) is strongly urging all businesses in the city to adhere to proper garbage disposal methods.
In a statement yesterday, the Chamber said it is extremely concerned about garbage build-up along Regent, Robb and Charlotte streets and believes that it is a hazardous practice with severe environmental consequences.
The GCCI encouraged citizens and business owners to refrain from dumping garbage in the roadways and drains.
“There must be zero tolerance for individuals and businesses who contribute to littering. The Chamber urges the Mayor and City Council to impose harsher penalties on businesses and residents who dispose of their garbage indiscriminately. Con-currently, the Chamber requests that the Mayor and City Council acknowledge their responsibility for ensuring timely garbage collection in order to avoid citizens and businesses using non-collection as an excuse for littering and improper disposal”, the Chamber said.
