Balbriggan Tidy Towns have asked locals to "adopt a patch" to help keep the town litter free.
The town saw a very impressive 12-point jump in last year’s Tidy Towns adjudication and were praised for its work in improving the appearance of the town, its level of volunteerism, partnerships with other community groups, and its commitment to biodiversity. The group is now working to build on its success and further improve the area.
They have identified 32 locations where volunteers can ‘Adopt-a-Patch’ and take on the care of an open area. Tasks will include litter removal, dealing with graffiti, weeding, planting and other light works.
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Interested locals can sign up at Millfield Shopping Centre on Saturday February 11, between 1.00pm and 3.00pm. Balbriggan Tidy Town Secretary, Terry O’Reilly, said that they "would love to welcome new people" to the group to help keep the town litter free.
“Larger areas can be divided between a number of volunteers, or a group, and can be cleaned at a time which suits," he said. Gloves, bags and a picker can be provided, and Fingal County Council will collect bags from convenient points.
“The scheme can work very successfully amongst individuals, families and groups adopting stretches of roadway, lanes, parts of the local beach, bottle banks and litter blackspots.
“Those who would like to work differently can join our Saturday Clean Team, Gardening Group, Climate Club, Biodiversity Group or Arts Group.
“It would be wonderful to continue Balbriggan’s great progress in the SuperValu Tidy Towns competition and further improve the local environment for all who live in or visit our beautiful seaside town.”
The the Balbriggan Tidy Towns Committee annual general meeting takes place in the Bracken Court Hotel on Thursday, February 16 at 7.30pm and local residents wishing to become involved are welcome.
Residents can also get in touch with the Balbriggan Tidy Towns Committee through balbriggantidytowns@gmail.com or through its Facebook page or Facebook Messenger.
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