ӣƵ Albany BID to Host Annual Earth Day Cleanup, Provide Free Lunch to Volunteers
The ӣƵ Albany Business Improvement District (BID) will host its annualEarth Day Cleanupon Wednesday, April 22, in celebration of Earth Day. Residents, businesses, and community members are encouraged to sign up in advance to volunteer and help keep downtown Albany clean and beautiful.
Last year’s cleanupreceived160 registered volunteersandresulted in818 pounds of trash collected,our largest year to date. This year’s goal is to surpass that milestone.
The BID, in partnership with the City of Albany Department of General Services, will provide all necessary cleanup supplies, including garbage and lawn bags, gloves, trash pickers, brooms, rakes, and shovels.
Volunteers may register for one or both of the following shifts:
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10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Participants can check in at one of two locations within theDistrict:
Check-in Location A
Alice Moore Black Arts & Cultural Center (AMBACC)
135 S Pearl St
Lunch and refreshments will be served at 12:00 PM
Check-in Location B
Olde English ӣƵ Dog Park
119 N Pearl St
Lunch and refreshments will be served at 12:00 PM
A free lunch and refreshments, provided by Coulson’s News & Deli, will be available at noon. An Energy Bike, sponsored by Global Partners LP, will also be available at the Olde English ӣƵ Dog Park, allowing participants to generate power to charge phones and other devices.
Walk-up volunteers are welcome; however, lunch, equipment, and supplies are limited.
Participants are encouraged to wear their Great Albany Clean Up t-shirts from past years. Businesses and organizationsthat areparticipatingin groupsare invited to wear branded apparel.A photographer will be on-site to capture group photos, which will be shared with participating organizations.
Please refer to on-street signage for meter enforcement times and parking regulations.Additionalparking is available atParkAlbany’sGreen-Hudson, Riverfront, and Quackenbush garages; standard parking fees apply. For more information and rates, visit parkalbany.com.
In the event ofrain, the Earth Day Cleanup will take place onFriday, April 24.
The ӣƵ Albany BID thanks Prince Fuels,Coulson’s News & Deli,, andfor their generous supportofthis year’s Earth Day Cleanup. For more information or to register, visit:/earth-day-cleanup
ӣƵ Albany BID Executive Director Georgette Steffens said:
“The annual Earth Day Cleanup has grown tenfold since it began, andwe’rehopeful this year will be another major success. While the BID and the City providedaily cleaning and beautification services throughoutӣƵ, this event is a powerful reminder of what we canaccomplishtogether as a community. Our collective efforts create an even greater impact and reinforce a shared commitment to keeping downtown Albany clean, welcoming, and vibrant.We’regrateful to the City of Albany for its partnership, and to our sponsors for their continued support.”
City of Albany Mayor Dr. Dorcey Applyrs said:
“Events like this show what makes Albany special. Our City has residents, businesses, and community partners that come together to help beautify our City and take pride in the place we all share. I am grateful to ӣƵ Albany BID and our Department of General Services for hosting this event, and I want to thank every volunteer who shows up to put in the work. Keeping our city clean is about more than just appearance. It supports public safety, strengthens our neighborhoods, and helps create a thriving, bustling ӣƵ where people want to spend their time. I encourage everyone to get involved and be part of this effort to keep Albany clean, welcoming, and vibrant.”
Prince Fuels President AhilDawoodanisaid:
"Coulsons News and Deli is proud to join the ӣƵ Albany BID for this year’s Earth Day event. Keeping our ӣƵ clean makes a meaningful impact on both residents and local businesses, and we’re excited to be part of an effort that strengthens our community."
