NICE, Calif. – A “Country Clean Up” day is scheduled for Thursday, June 25, in Nice.
The event will begin at 8 a.m., with volunteers meeting at the end of Pyle Road.
Thanks to Coach Frank Gudmundson, Upper Lake High School students will support the first of several clean up days as part of their community service requirements and in the process will get firsthand exposure to the problems associated with illegal dumping of trash, according to District 3 Supervisor Jim Steele, the event's organizer.
“Reports from citizens in nearby neighborhoods and those who enjoy spending time in the hills that form a visual backdrop for our towns want something done about the trash problems they encounter,” said Steele.
“Not only is trash unseemly on the landscape and can pose health risks, it can end up fouling our streams and ultimately our lake. In some cases, people driving into the hills to illegally dump their garbage are creating erosion problems that also contribute to the deterioration of our lake ecosystem,” he added.
Steele said that he's been working with volunteers, community leaders and government officials to curb the destructive nature of these activities. “The response to calls for help has been overwhelmingly positive.”
Anyone wishing to help is welcome. In particular, trucks to haul the garbage to the landfill are needed. Please bring your own tarps and tie downs.
All other supplies will be provided for volunteers.
To sign up or for more information contact Steele at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 707-295-6198.