ADOPT A ROAD
WHAT IS ADOPT-A-ROAD? The Elkhart County Commissioners established the Adopt-A-Road program in 1991. The program serves as a means for citizens and civic groups in Elkhart County to contribute to their community by helping to keep our roadways clean of debris and litter. HOW DOES THE PROGRAM WORK Any individual or group of individuals, family, church or group may "adopt" a defined section of roadway. An Adopt-A-Road sign with the adoptors name will be posted at each end of the designated roadway. Adoptors then arrange to pick up litter and debri from the side of the roadway at least (3) three times each year. Safety vests, safety gloves and trash bags are provided by Elkhart County. Trash bags may be tied off and left along the roadway after they are filled. The Highway Department is then notified and the trash bags are picked up and disposed of. HOW DO I ADOPT A ROAD If you would like to contribute to your community and help to beautify Elkhart County by participating in the Adopt-A-Road program, please contact the Elkhart County Highway Department at (574) 533-0538 or e-mail us at Elkhart County Adopt-A-Road. We would be happy to have you aboard! |