COA Seeks Volunteers For Park Cleanup

The City of Amarillo is seeking volunteers to work in step with other groups and organizations to begin the work of cleaning area parks impacted by the recent, historical flooding,

As the water recedes, trash and debris collected in our area playa lakes must be cleared. This includes McDonald Lake and Medi Park Lake.

Mayor Cole Stanley said, “Amarillo has a proud and unique tradition of responding in a variety of ways when communities are in need.”

City staff and other groups and organizations, including Keep Amarillo Clean, will start this Saturday, June 17th, from 9:00 a.m. to Noon at Medi Park Lake. They will then take on McDonald Lake Saturday, June 24th, from 9:00 a.m. to Noon.

Bags, gloves and refreshments will be provided.

To sign up, visit the website, www.amarilloparks.org/programs-events/park-clean-up.