Team Up to Clean Up

Harnessing the power of collective effort, the City of Hercules introduces a ground-breaking initiative, "Team Up to Clean Up". This campaign opens the door for all willing community members to actively participate in a mission to ensure our streets, storm drains, parks, and natural surroundings are litter-free, ultimately making them safer for everyone. This vigorous mission to enhance Hercules' beauty is fuelled by an array of enthusiastic volunteers who have spent several months coordinating their resources to help our community shine brighter.

Echoing our commitment towards a harmonious relationship between the community and the local government, we champion public engagement as a key decision-maker in our policy development. With the pilot program of "Team Up to Clean Up Hercules", we invite all enthusiastic residents who believe in a cleaner, safer Hercules to contribute their passion and ideas, effectively shaping a more sustainable city. Remember, every voice counts, every idea matters, and every hand makes a difference.

DETAILS

The six-month pilot program will start March 2024. Meet ups will be held on the first Saturday of the month at a designated location between the hours of 8am-11am. Volunteers will not be required to stay for the entire event. Events will be cancelled during rain.

1. Registration - Interested participants are encouraged to pre-register online and sign the mandatory waiver to help City Staff gauge how many supplies are needed.

All registered volunteers will receive a copy of the Team Up to Clean Up Guidelines. Registered volunteers will also receive details regarding the check-in location a couple of days before the clean-up.

2. Check-in – Volunteers will pick up safety vests, trash bags, and tools at the check-in site for each event. Participants are encouraged to bring their own gloves (disposable gloves will be available at check-in). All volunteers must sign in, and children must be accompanied by an adult. Volunteers will receive a safety briefing prior to beginning the clean-up activities.

3. Team Up to Clean Up – Volunteers will collect litter from pre-selected locations and leave filled trash bags, gloves, and borrowed tools at the check-in location for City staff to pick up.

4. Pick Up A Giveaway – In exchange for their volunteerism, each participant will pick up a small giveaway to express our appreciation.