April 18, 2024
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The Smithville-DeKalb County Chamber of Commerce and the DeKalb County Mayor’s office are excited to announce the DeKalb County Clean Up event, scheduled for Saturday, May 4th. This initiative invites residents from across the county to join hands in beautifying our communities and supporting the Keep America Beautiful campaign.
The DeKalb Clean Up event aligns with the nationwide effort to enhance and beautify communities through grassroots efforts. Participants are encouraged to form teams within their workplaces, neighborhoods, or organizations, and share their involvement by posting pictures with their team names on the Smithville-DeKalb County Chamber or DeKalb Clean Up Facebook Page.
Volunteers for the DeKalb Clean Up are requested to visit the DeKalb County Complex on Saturday, May 4th between 9 AM and 10 AM to sign in, receive provided trash bags, rubber gloves, and bottles of water. A group picture will be taken at 10:00 AM for media coverage. Volunteers unable to attend the sign-in can call the Chamber office at 615-597-4163 or text 615-464-7760 to register, providing their name and work area.
County Mayor Matt Adcock expressed enthusiasm, stating, “We invite people to come out and help clean up around our communities and highways. People are welcome to pick up litter at places of their choice, or we will be glad to assign a safe place for you.”
Suzanne Williams, Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce, emphasized the importance of community involvement, noting, “DeKalb County’s peak tourism season is about to begin, so now is a great time to start getting things spruced up for our coming visitors.”
In preparation for the main event, dumpsters will be placed at strategic locations including the Dowelltown Community Center, Liberty Community Center, Alexandria City Parking Lot (behind square), and the DeKalb County Complex parking lot.
Join us in this collective effort to beautify and unify our communities. Together, we can make a significant impact, creating safer, healthier, and more livable spaces for everyone.
Let’s make a difference together!