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Now you can remove noxious weeds as well as pick up litter
Aug. 6, 2010
For more information, contact Dave Thompson (503) 731-8263 or Karen Morrison (503) 986-3006
The 2009 Legislature expanded the Adopt-A-Highway program to include removal of noxious weeds. ODOT has updated program administrative rules, forms, etc. Now we’re looking for volunteers!
The Legislature created the Adopt-A-Highway program in 1991 to involve volunteers in beautifying Oregon’s highways by picking up litter. The change in law allows volunteers to pick up litter, remove noxious weeds, or both. A ‘noxious weed’ is one the Department of Agriculture identifies as a menace, such as Gorse, Canada Thistle, Scotch Broom and Spotted Knapweed.
Your volunteer contribution is important to the State of Oregon. Volunteers can be individuals or groups willing to adopt a section of highway for one, two or three years. You must pick up litter at least four times a year or remove noxious weeds at least two times a year.
Participants must be at least 16 years old; at least one adult supervisor must be present. You should be able to walk in uneven terrain, lift and carry filled bags, and work safely near heavy traffic and high noise levels. You must provide your own transportation and set your own schedule. ODOT provides safety vests, work zone signs and bags to collect litter or weeds.
To volunteer, visit the program website.
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