City Of Fort Worth: Volunteers Ready For Saturday's Bus Stop Cleanup Day

Press release from City of Fort Worth:

October 22, 2021

On Saturday, 40 teams will hit the streets to participate in Trinity Metro’s second annual Bus Stop Cleanup Day.

“The event is a widespread community effort to make sure our bus stops are clean and appealing to provide a great transit experience,” said Detra Whitmore, vice president of customer experience and the driving force behind the event. “Our volunteers are from companies, organizations and community groups throughout our service area. We are so excited to have so much participation.”

The day kicks off with breakfast and opening remarks. Then the teams go to their designated routes to pick up trash, clean, or trim weeds and grass. Afterwards, everyone reconvenes for lunch and the awards for Most Creative Team Name.

The first cleanup event, which had 37 teams, was held in 2019 to help beautify bus stops throughout Trinity Metro’s service area. Sponsors for this year’s event are Locke Lord Law Firm, Central Market, Cox Racing, Tolar and Keep Fort Worth Beautiful.

Photo: Volunteers select a route and then travel from stop to stop, trimming and cleaning.

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