The city of Kent has started a new program to help reduce litter, take pride in the city and beautify Kent.<\/p>\n
Residents and businesses can sign up to Adopt-A-Spot to provide some extra care to their favorite spots throughout the community. This program will supplement the existing Adopt-A-Street program.<\/p>\n
The Adopt-A-Street program continues to be very successful with 20 active groups and more in the process of signing up. Not everyone has the energy to pick up litter for a mile, however. The Adopt-A-Spot program will allow residents and businesses to focus on smaller areas such as littered bus stops, a designated block, traffic circles or other neighborhood areas, according to a city media release.<\/p>\n
This program is intended to encourage community participation in strengthening and preserving neighborhoods. With 320 miles of streets and sidewalks in Kent, it takes a coordinated effort between the city, residents, community groups and businesses to eliminate blight and make sustainable improvements to the appearance of the community.<\/p>\n
“This is a great opportunity for individuals, families, community groups and local companies to help keep our city clean,” Mayor Dana Ralph said. “It’s the perfect complement to our Adopt-A-Street program for those who want to take care of a specific spot.”<\/p>\n
Through the Adopt-A-Spot Program, the city assists Kent residents and businesses in litter cleanups and maintenance of areas in the community on a regular basis. In exchange, volunteers are provided materials to help them with their cleanups and, to give them credit for their efforts, a sign with their name will be posted in their adopted area.<\/p>\n