Signs need to be erected straightened and some playgrounds need to be painted. Vacant storefronts should be beautified, or better yet filled with new occupants. It is a project everyone can get involved in. In April, a number of exemplary volunteers from throughout Franklin County will be recognized for their volunteer efforts. It will also be a perfect time to initiate several public service projects including clean up efforts.
Neighbors helping neighbors clean up can be a rewarding experience for everyone involved.
The city and county should offer free days at the landfill for both commercial and residential customers to encourage the clean up effort. The spring clean up should be an annual event coordinated by the city and county to foster tidiness and community pride. Many communities offer such a clean up in the spring and fall. The clean up effort shouldn't just include cleaning. New welcome signs and other such efforts demonstrating community pride would be a nice touch.