Both our Give a Litter Bit and our Clean Green programs aim to reduce a problem that affects us all – litter. Unfortunately, litter can do more than just make a town unattractive. As a waterfront community, we must be aware that debris dropped on our streets can run off into the Bay, tainting our water and harming our marine life. Litter can lead to long-term consequences for our community and our environment.

To combat this constant problem, we conduct regular clean ups, oversee a cigarette butt recycling program, and advocate for enhanced street sweeping. Moreover, our Give a Litter Bit campaign asks community members and groups to commit to taking steps to reduce litter, including:

• Using reusable bags and bottles rather than disposable ones
• Tying garbage tight so it doesn’t blow around our streets
• Recycling
• Picking up litter
• Joining volunteer efforts to keep Main Street and other areas clean
• Spreading the word on social media to encourage others

Looking for community service? This is your opportunity — All hands on deck! Our Clean Green events gather community volunteers of all ages for periodic clean-ups of our beautiful town. Cleanups include sweeping sidewalks, picking up litter, planting flowers and preparing tree beds. Click here for our calendar to find out when we are having our next Clean Green event.