The DPW Volunteer Network creates civic service opportunities that address critical community needs, litter, illegal dumping, recycling) by fostering advocacy, beautification, cleaning, greening, education and youth service learning.
Residents, youth and other stakeholders will serve as volunteers and ambassadors for public health and quality environment. These volunteers help mobilize community resources and increase DPW's reach and diversity when better serving communities, establishing pride, commitment, mutual respect and a stronger public image.
Types of Volunteer Opportunities
Advocacy
- Participate in Resident Advisory Council
- Become an Ambassador
- Provide supportive services and resource assistance
- Promote public awareness
- Generate new ideas and initiatives
Beautification
- Initiate/participate in cleaning and greening efforts
- Landscaping of entries and areas visible from public right-of-way
- Start a community garden; plant trees and flowers
- Remove graffiti; install public art