The Road Commission for Oakland County (RCOC) announces the summer cleanup event for its Adopt-A-Road program, which will take place from July 13 to July 21. The event is the season’s second round of roadside cleanup efforts aimed at maintaining the beauty and safety of Oakland County roads.
The Adopt-A-Road program, a collaborative effort involving 368 dedicated organizations, is crucial to caring for 586 miles of roads across the country. Through their commitment and hard work, these organizations contribute significantly to keeping RCOC roads clean and litter-free.
"I'm continually inspired by the dedication of our Adopt-A-Road volunteers,” said RCOC Board Chair Andrea LaLonde. "The Adopt-A-Road program exemplifies the power of community involvement. It's not just about cleaning up litter; it's about fostering a sense of pride and responsibility in our county."
As the Road Commission embarks on this cleanup initiative, it urges residents, pedestrians and motorists to refrain from littering and to be mindful of volunteers working along the roadsides.
Adopt-A-Road volunteers are asked to participate in two of the three clean-up events, which take place in the spring, summer and fall.
To participate in the Adopt-A-Road program, contact RCOC’s Permits Division at 248-858-4891 or email adpotaroad@rcoc.org. Participants will receive training, safety vests and garbage bags.
Additionally, RCOC erects signs at both ends of the designated road sections recognizing the volunteer groups responsible for the sections. The RCOC Board of Road Commissioners approves Adopt-A-Road road segments.
The next (fall) cleanup is scheduled for September 21-29. For more information, visit the Adopt-A-Road page on the RCOC website, www.rcocweb.org (direct link: https://www.rcocweb.org/218/Adopt-A-Road).
