Spring is just around the corner, and as residents of Delta and Surrey gather up their garbage to take to the dump, they need to consider the manner in which they transport their garbage to the landfill.
A street frequented by Delta and Surrey residents on the way to the landfill is 104 Street. This street may be considered vulnerable when you take into consideration that it is a part of the Delta farming community and is used for agricultural reasons.
I own a farm on 104 Street and have undertaken the responsibility of adopting a part of the street in order to do my part in caring for the farming community.
While cleaning up a part of the street, I have found a shocking amount of litter being disposed of in the ditches which are located on either side of 104 Street.
This litter consists of paint cans, televisions, mattresses, sofas and miscellaneous items in black garbage bags.
The garbage has been intentionally thrown into the ditches or has fallen out of vehicles due to excessive speeds or insecure loads.
This inconsiderate pollution is harmful to the land, animals and water in this agricultural area.
The water within these ditches is used for irrigation of our fields, and it is important that these fields receive environmentally safe water.
I hope to bring awareness to the public about the importance of these water-filled ditches
The municipality of Delta is making a solid effort in maintaining this community and I am also doing my part by caring for and adopting this part of the street.
Anand Aujlay
