After writing to the Governor's Office, Mayor Meeker and Rodger Koopman, I got a response from Steve Abbott from the NCDOT. The trash has been picked up a few days after my email. Mayor Meeker said that it wasn't the City of Raleigh's responsibility. Technically it wasn't, but the trash actually came from the trailer park that was condemned by the City. And why is there a sign posted by the city there?
Anyways, here is info from Steve Abbott about what is happening and a number to call.
"In Wake County there is also a new litter ordinance in effect, which calls for sheriff's deputies to step up enforcement of litter laws. Violators are subject to fines of $250 up to $2,000, and community service time. Deputies are also taking a closer look at trucks with unsecured or uncovered loads, a primary cause of much of the trash along main highways. As part of the initiative, Wake County has set up a litter hotline to report violators at (919) 856-7000. And if you spot any roadway hazards or heavily littered sites in Wake County, please call in a report to the NCDOT county maintenance office at (919) 733-4768.
We are coming up on a major anti-litter program that will help as well. The NCDOT sponsors Litter Sweep, which is a statewide biannual roadside litter cleanup that is held in April and September. The next Litter Sweep is scheduled for April 19 through May 3, and organizers are always looking for more volunteers. More information on how to take part or get the word out to others can be found at www.ncdot.org/~littersweep or by calling the Litter Sweep hotline at 1-800-331-5864.
Thank you again for writing. Hopefully the information I've provided is helpful.
Sincerely yours,
Steve Abbott
NCDOT Communications Officer
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