DEFINITION: A brief description of the problem, and why you should be concerned.

BACKGROUND: A guide to the history of refuse/waste problems, conditions in St. Louis and East St. Louis, health concerns, and links to additional information.

IDENTIFICATION: How to look for and identify the presence of a potential environmental problem.

WHAT TO DO: A checklist of steps to take if a problem is suspected.

PROGRAMS: St. Louis - East St. Louis What¹s being done to address the issue of refuse/waste at the local, state, and national levels.

DATA: A description of the data that is available and how to obtain it. Make sure you understand the issues of interpretation, confidentiality and reliability.

The refuse/waste challenge in the St. Louis region is a serious problem. If you have thoughts about how this information system could be improved, please let us know by clicking the "feedback" link at the bottom of this or any page.