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Conservation Commission: Earth Day cleanup drew about 75–80 volunteers, cleared large volume of litter
Summary
Christine Alman told the council that the April 18 Earth Day cleanup mobilized roughly 75–80 volunteers who filled three-quarters of a 30–40-yard dumpster and that several local organizations and staff supported logistics and mapping for future cleanup efforts.
Christine Alman, chairperson of the Torrington Conservation Commission, reported to the council that the April 18 Earth Day cleanup drew between 75 and 80 volunteers who filled about three-quarters of a 30–40-yard dumpster and left additional debris to be delivered later. "We mobilized between 75 and 80 volunteers, providing them with trash bags, pickers, gloves, food, and drink," Alman said.
Alman listed participating groups and individuals, naming the Torrington Trails Network at Red Mountain Trail, the Macall Foundation, Team Big Y, Unico, Girl Scouts and many neighborhood volunteers. She singled out teams that tackled the heaviest litter areas — notably the PriceRight Plaza woods and the river corridor — and credited city staff for logistics: David Sherf, the GIS manager, incorporated volunteer survey data into the commission’s online system so future assignments can be prioritized.
Alman said the commission funded most of the event this year through a NIPS account facilitated by Linda Ore and that event materials and volunteer meals were supported by local businesses. She said the Earth Day cleanup has become "a true community tradition" and that the commission will post photos and statistics from this year’s event on the city website.
The report was delivered during the public-comment segment and drew no formal council action at the meeting.
