Residents can participate in \u201cTeam Up 2 Clean Up Kent\u201d during a citywide litter cleanup event from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 16.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
The city of Kent, Kent Downtown Partnership, Kent Station, Republic Services, the Lions Club and Down Home Catering are organizing the event.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Residents, neighborhood and faith-based organizations, civic groups, schools, youth organizations, businesses and families are encouraged to get involved with this citywide effort.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Volunteers can pick up free gloves and trash bags and get directions to \u201chot spots\u201d – the areas that need the most attention – by meeting at 8 a.m. at one of three locations:<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u2022 Trinity Community Church parking lot, 3807 Reith Road (West Hill)<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u2022 Kherson Park, 307 W. Gowe St. (Downtown)<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u2022 Golden Steer Steak & Rib House parking lot, 23826 104th Ave. SE (East Hill)<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Trash bags can also be dropped off at the same locations that day until noon.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
City conservation specialist Gina Hungerford says this year\u2019s effort is going to bigger and better than in years past.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u201cEven more of Kent\u2019s organizations are partnering together to create more awareness and make a larger impact,” she said. “We\u2019re being more inclusive to those who live on either the East or West Hills. With check-in and drop-off locations across the city, we hope this encourages participation and makes getting involved in cleaning up Kent more convenient.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
There will be drawings and prizes awarded to participants who collect a ticket for every bag of garbage they drop off, adding an element of fun to an otherwise dirty job.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019re thrilled Kent Station and Republic Services have donated prizes,\u201d Hungerford said.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
“We hope to get a great turnout at this year’s litter clean up,” said Kent Mayor Suzette Cooke. “Historically, several community organizations have held individual events. By working together, we can make a visible difference across the entire city.”<\/p>\n<\/p>\n