Community cleanup set June 10

Rockmart’s efforts to improve housing continues as part of their program with the Georgia Initiative for Community Housing, and plans are in the works now for a day to give the city a good scrubbing.

ReThink Rockmart’s committee is organizing volunteers to help with a Community Cleanup Day for local citizens on Saturday, June 10 with work set to start around 8 a.m. with a project to clean up neighborhood areas.

Volunteers are being asked to gather at Hilburn Field behind the City Complex on Elm Street starting at 8 a.m. to register and take part in work through noon.

Lunch will be provided to those who take part in helping to beautify Rockmart’s neighborhoods in the cleanup campaign.

According to a release from the ReThink Rockmart committee, residents can also bring old appliances to the parking lock on College Street across from Hilburn Field.

Those participating in the drop-off for old appliances will need to bring a utility bill to prove residency, and Paper Recovery will also be on site to provide document shredding for local residents as well.

The primary focus for volunteers who wish to help with the June 10 clean-up efforts will be to pick up litter, help homeowners who need assistance with trimming shrubs, and cutting the grass.

Volunteers are asked to bring clippers, mowers, and weed eaters to help with the work.

Homeowners, landlords, and tenants are encouraged to participate as well by trimming over grown shrubs, cutting over grown grass, and discarding unused appliances and vehicles.

The City of Rockmart Public Works Department will pick up clippings brought to the curb.

The Community Clean up Day is part of the overall strategy of ReThink Rockmart and the City of Rockmart to enhance the quality of life of the citizens, by encouraging beautification of our neighborhoods and helping the City of Rockmart to be the most attrac- tive city in Northwest Georgia for its citizens to live, work, and play.

Those interested in participating in groups, or want more information can call 678-982-6853.

ReThink Rockmart is also providing information to help residents dispose of old automobiles, campers and boats they want to get rid of as part of the cleanup day. Working cars can be taken to a number of organizations, but they suggested the Habitat for Humanity’s Restore in Rome, who will take it as a donation to benefit Habitat projects. Call 706-378-5957 for more information.

Also, Kars for Kids, Nobisworks.org and others will take vehicles that can be donated.