The city of Kent announced a new initiative aimed at instilling community pride and enhancing Kent\u2019s quality of life through clean streets and beautiful neighborhoods.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
A newly launched Adopt-a-Street program gives local residents, businesses and community groups the opportunity to help maintain and clean streets in Kent through litter removal.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Councilwoman Elizabeth Albertson, chairwoman of the Public Works Committee, said the Adopt-a-Street program is an effort to create interest in keeping Kent free of litter and to give people an opportunity to take an active role in the community.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\u201cFor those who have expressed an interest, this is a great way to get involved,\u201d Albertson said.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
Those who choose to adopt a street and hold at least four street clean-ups per year will receive a sign on the adopted street, recognizing the individual or groups who made the commitment.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
The city will provide the necessary training and supplies to volunteers.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n