VVCA LANDFILL TASK GROUP
WELCOME TO THE VVCA LANDFILL TASK GROUP PAGE
The goals of this task group are to:
1. Distribute Information for residents about the Chiquita Canyon Landfill oversight etc.
2. Provide a forum for community input
3. To support our representatives and residents for stronger advocacy
4. Develop various strategies for representatives and residents to participate in associated processes
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Below you will find related information to these goals. For more information please reach out to our group organizers.
Join us FOR OUR COMMUNITY MEETINGS
the 1st Monday of the month 5PM ON ZOOM
These meetings are for local residents only and organized by local residents representing our community. At these meetings we distribute current information as well as hear from the community about any issues they may be experiencing regarding the landfill and ways we can support and advocate for each other.
IN THE NEWS
WHAT YOU CAN DO...
IF YOU WANT TO CHECK YOUR AIR QUALITY
Visit Val Verde Air Monitoring Website under 'AQ Data'
IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING HEALTH ISSUES YOU BELIEVE ARE RELATED TO THE LANDFILL...
Contact the La County Department of Public Health Nurse Assigned to this issue:
Alberto Rivadenayra, Public Health Nurse
(626)430-9821
To file other complaints, please contact below and your complaint will be routed to the appropriate County agency
PARTICIPATE IN 40TH DISTRICT SURVEY TO GATHER COMMUNITY INPUT
Brief survey to gather local data on the impacts of the Chiquita Canyon Landfill:
https://lcmspubcontact.lc.ca.gov/PublicLCMS/SurveysDirect_v2.php?district=AD40&survey=376
APPLY FOR THE CHIQUITA CANYON LANDFILL RELIEF GRANT PROGRAM
We recommend reviewing the application with legal advisors to confirm any potential ramifications to your income bracket and access to services received from the department of social services ( mediCal, Snap EBT, etc)
To review a full version of the application click HERE
To apply, go to:
GET A FREE AIR FILTER OR REPLACEMENT FILTERS
If you live in Hasley Canyon, Hasley Hills, Hillcrest, Live Oak, North Bluff, Williams Ranch or Val Verde and still require an air filter, please CLICK HERE and the landfill staff will contact you to schedule a pick-up.
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If you are a senior or physically unable to pick up the air filtration devices, they will schedule a drop off appointment.
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Residents who live in communities surrounding the Landfill may pick up air filters and filter replacements at the Castaic Library during normal business hours. The Library is located at 27971 Sloan Canyon Rd, Castaic, CA 91384.
IF YOU WANT TO CONTACT, ADVOCATE AND/OR ACTIVATE ASSOCIATED DEPARTMENTS AND REPRESENTATIVES
Utilize the Regulatory Agency Contact List to find the departments or individuals you want to reach out too.
Link to the Contact sheet: https://planning.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/CCL-Resources-Contact-List.pdf
IF YOU WANT TO ATTEND RELATED MEETINGS
We are working on monthly lists of upcoming meetings and will post it here
RE-OCCURING COMMUNITY MEETINGS
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CHIQUITA CANYON LANDFILL COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Date: 2nd Tuesday of each month
Time: 6:00PM
Location: Castaic Library27971 Sloan Canyon Road - Castaic, CA
Website:
Contact: Bob Lewis, Chair - cclcac9@yahoo.com
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TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Date & Time: Visit Website
Location: DPW Headquarters 900 South Fremont Avenue, Conference Room C - Alhambra
Website:
Contact: Ai-Viet Huynh | ahuynh@planning.lacounty.gov
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COMMUNITY INFORMATION MEETING - FACILITATED BY CHIQUITA CANYON LANDFILL
Date: 2nd Thursday of each month
Time: 6:00PM
Location: Zoom https://wasteconnections.zoom.us/j/98827621164
Website: https://chiquitacanyon.com/reports/odor-mitigation
Contact: Steve Cassulo | steven.cassulo@wasteconnections.com
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CASTAIC AREA TOWN COUNCIL
Date: 3rd Wednesday of each month
Time: 6:30PM
Location: Online -- Link available on website
Website: https://www.castaictowncouncil.org
Contact: Bob Lewis | catcregion4@gmail.com
IF YOU WANT TO TAKE LEGAL ACTION...
Discuss your options with us at our community meetings or with the team at Sethi Orchid Miner LLP
Website: https://www.somlawyers.com/
Contact:
(855) 588-7664
IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR INFORMATION FROM THE EPA
Updates, information and resources from the Response Multi-Agency Coordination group (RMAC), responsible for immediate mitigation plans related to leachate at Chiquita Canyon Landfill.
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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
CONTACT INFORMATION AND DEPARTMENTS
The Los Angeles County Department of Planning has compiled a list of Regulatory Agencies for the Chiquita Canyon Landfill that can be found at this address:
https://planning.lacounty.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/CCL-Resources-Contact-List.pdf
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Below is a localized version of the pdf for your convenience