Council member Bruin proposes Adopt‑A‑Street volunteer program for Severance

Jul 28, 2026

Council member Bruin presented an Adopt‑A‑Street/Adopt‑A‑Trail proposal to reduce litter, engage volunteers and reallocate some public‑works time. Staff and council agreed to gather more information and outreach before returning with budget and implementation options.

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Council member Bruin asked the council to consider an Adopt‑A‑Street program as a volunteer way to reduce litter, boost civic pride and let public‑works staff focus on other duties. "It's a way to reduce litter, enhance the appearance of our community, and promote some civic pride to have people participate in cleaning up their neighborhoods, their roadways," Bruin said during the work session.

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