The Central Corfu and Diapontia Islands Municipality has intensified its inspections to ensure public health and environmental quality, resulting in 14 new fines for various cleanliness violations. These continuous checks underscore the municipality’s commitment to maintaining a clean and healthy environment for its residents and visitors.
Strict Enforcement of Cleanliness Regulations
The Municipality’s Cleaning and Recycling Service has been actively monitoring compliance with cleanliness regulations. The fines issued address a range of infractions, highlighting the comprehensive nature of the ongoing enforcement efforts.
Breakdown of Fines Issued:
- Mixing Domestic with Contaminated Waste (Article 10.c): One (1) violation was recorded for mixing domestic waste with hazardous, toxic, or infectious hospital or private business waste. The fine for this serious offense is set at 10,000.00 €.
- Failure to Minimize Waste Volume by Businesses (Article 13.3 & 13.7.a): Three (3) violations were issued to food establishments, supermarkets, and commercial businesses that failed to compress their waste volume. Each item, bag, or package not properly compressed incurs a fine of 400.00 €.
- Food Residues Outside Bins (Article 13.1): One (1) violation was recorded for food residues found outside designated waste bins. The fine for this offense is 400.00 € per item, bag, or package.
- Improper Disposal of Rubble/Construction Materials (Article 9.3.a): One (1) violation was issued for the loose and uncovered disposal of construction waste in public areas like sidewalks or roads. This infraction carries a fine of 600.00 €, with a provision for doubling in case of recurrence or extensive pollution.
- Disposal of Packaging Materials in Common Waste Bins (Article 11): Five (5) violations were recorded for placing packaging materials in general waste bins. Each bag, item, or package improperly disposed of results in a fine of 100.00 €.
- Waste Outside Bins (Article 7.4): Three (3) violations were noted for general waste found outside designated bins. The fine for each bag, item, or package is 100.00 €.
These fines reflect the municipality’s zero-tolerance policy towards actions that compromise the cleanliness and public health of the area. The regulations are in place to protect the environment and ensure a high quality of life for all.
Municipality’s Call for Collective Responsibility
The Central Corfu and Diapontia Islands Municipality reiterates that maintaining cleanliness, protecting the environment, and ensuring public health are a matter of respect for fellow citizens and a shared responsibility for all. Residents and businesses are urged to familiarize themselves with the Cleanliness Regulation, which is available in detail on the official website of the Municipality.
This initiative is part of a broader strategy to enhance urban hygiene and promote responsible waste management practices. The municipality emphasizes that compliance with these regulations is crucial for the well-being of the community and the preservation of Corfu’s natural beauty.
The continuous inspections and enforcement actions serve as a reminder that collective effort is essential in achieving and maintaining a clean and healthy environment. The municipality encourages all citizens to contribute to these efforts by adhering to the established guidelines and reporting any violations.
