Community invited to Team Up 2 Clean Up Kent; volunteers needed

For the Reporter

The city of Kent – along with the Kent Chamber of Commerce, Kent Downtown Partnership, Kent Station, Republic Services, the Lions Club and Down Home Catering – invite the community to Team Up 2 Clean Up Kent on Saturday, May 14.

The third annual citywide litter cleanup event runs from 8 a.m. to noon.

Residents, civic groups, schools, youth organizations, businesses, families and those in need of community-service hours are encouraged to get involved with this citywide effort.

Volunteers can pick up free gloves and trash bags and get directions to “hot spots” – areas that need the most attention – by meeting at one of three locations:

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• Trinity Community Church parking lot, 3807 Reith Rd. (West Hill)

• Kherson Park, 307 W. Gowe St. (downtown)

• Golden Steer Steak & Rib House parking lot, 23826 104th Ave. SE (East Hill)

Trash bags can also be dropped off at the same locations that day until noon.

According to city conservation specialist Gina Hungerford, this event keeps getting bigger and bigger with more awareness and participation.

“We’re pleased to partner with Kent’s organizations to make an even larger impact. And, 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.”

“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.

“We’re thrilled Kent Station and Republic Services have donated prizes,” Hungerford said.

“We hope to get a great turnout at this year’s litter clean up,” said Mayor Suzette Cooke. “Historically, several community organizations have held individual events. By working together, we can make a visible difference across the entire city.”

Individuals and groups interested in participating in Team Up 2 Clean Up Kent must register by 5 p.m., Wednesday, May 11 at KentWA.gov/TalkingTrash.

For additional information, contact Hungerford at ghungerford@kentwa.gov or 253-856-5549.

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