The GREAT Pittsburg Clean Up
The Partners for the Watershed and the City of Pittsburg invite you to join us to clean up Kirker Creek Watershed! ~Martin Luther King Jr. Spillway~
Saturday, April 30th 9 AM – 11 AM
Meet at: Martin Luther King Jr . Spillway End of Carion Court
Help us plan by registering at 925-252-4114 or just show up! Wear appropriate shoes and clothes for possible wet, muddy conditions.
Groups please RSVP! (So we can stock gloves & snacks) Volunteer Release Form required on day of the event. If under 18, parent signature will be required. Call number above to get a form or go to website.
Release Form available at wwwci.pittsburg.ca.us look under Stormwater The GREAT Pittsburg Clean Up
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