By-Line: Patrick Appolonia, Communications and Marketing, City of Palm Coast
The City of Palm Coast is inviting residents to join us, and this year’s mascot ‘Gus’ the Gator, in lending a helping hand to keep our waterways, parks and neighborhoods litter-free at the 18th Annual Intracoastal Waterway Cleanup, taking place on Saturday, September 20 from 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Last year, over 200 participants collected more than a half ton of trash, significantly benefiting our stormwater systems and local wildlife. This year, we hope to achieve even more with your help.
“Over the course of the 18 years we’ve been having this event, we are proud to say that we’ve been able to make a major impact in areas of our city that need these clean up efforts the most,” said Residential Solid Waste Collections Supervisor Alyssa Roscoe. “From our waterways to our streets and sidewalks, every piece of trash collected contributes to the cause and helps us maintain the cleanlieness that Palm Coast is known for.”
The Florida Inland Navigation District (FIND) generously supports this year’s Intracoastal Waterway Cleanup. FIND has contributed a $5,000 grant to this year’s event, bringing its total contributions to $90,000 since the event began in 2008.
“Contributing to the Intracoastal Waterway Cleanup for the past 18 years has been something that we are very proud to contribute to,” said Flagler County FIND Commissioner Randy Stapleford.” Watching the community come together for the common goal of preservation is inspiring, and goes a long way to helping to protect our environment.”
The event begins at 8:00 a.m. at the Palm Coast Community Center, where participants will receive gloves, trash bags, a safety sheet, and a commemorative event t-shirt. Volunteers can choose to clean up areas along the Intracoastal Waterway or any location within city limits. Following the cleanup, there will be a community luncheon and awards ceremony at the Community Center at 11:00 a.m.
Registration is open and free for all participants. To register, visit www.palmcoastgov.com/
For sponsorship opportunities or more information, contact Alyssa Roscoe at aroscoe@palmcoastgov.com
