FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Great American Cleanup®?
Led nationally by Keep America Beautiful, Inc., The Great American Cleanup® is the nation’s largest community improvement program. The event takes place every spring in more than 15,000 communities.
Beatrice’s 2023 Great American Cleanup® will span from April 1st to May 31st. Volunteers have the flexibility to schedule their litter cleanup anytime during this timeframe.
Where will the cleanup take place?
The City of Beatrice and Keep Beatrice Beautiful have a list of pre-determined public spaces to serve as cleanup sites. Once your registration is received, a representative will contact you to determine which site will work best for your group.
Who provides cleanup supplies?
Keep Beatrice Beautiful will provide litter tongs, safety vests, and trash bags.
Are there any prizes for participating in the cleanup?
Yes! Prizes will be awarded for individuals or groups participating in an event photo contest. Prizes will be awarded for “Best Photo”, “Most Bags Collected”, and “Oddest Item Found”.
Email your photos to: kbb [at] beatrice.ne.gov. Winners will be notified at the conclusion of the event.
Where do I take the trash collected from the event?
After completing your cleanup, dispose of your collected trash for free at the BASWA Landfill (3426 West Locust Road). You will need to tell the landfill attendant that you are with Keep Beatrice Beautiful and the name on your registration.
Are there any littered items that I should not pick up?
Please do not pick up any hazardous waste or items that would be unsafe to touch. Examples include needles, dead animals, and broken glass. Notify the City of Beatrice or KBB if you find an item like this on your site and we will make sure it gets safely disposed of.