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Tuesday, February 8, 2011

 

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PUBLIC WORKS LEAPS INTO THE YEAR OF THE RABBIT WITH FIRST COMMUNITY CLEAN TEAM VOLUNTEER EVENT

More than 500 Volunteers to Help Clean and Green San Francisco

SAN FRANCISCO, CA – The Department of Public Works is welcoming the Year of the Rabbit by kicking off Community Clean Team, a citywide volunteer program that cleans and greens San Francisco.  More than 500 volunteers are expected to work on landscaping and gardening projects, remove weeds and overgrown vegetation, paint over graffiti and assist in mural paintings and installations, and pick up litter in neighborhoods throughout Districts Two and Three.  Entertainment includes performances by Chinese Lion Dancers, fireworks, and activities for the whole family.  

WHO:  Mayor Ed Lee, District Three Supervisor David Chiu, District Two Supervisor Mark Farrell, Department of Public Works, and volunteers

WHAT:  Community Clean Team Chinese New Year Kickoff Event

WHEN:   Saturday, February 12; 9am-12pm

WHERE: North Ping Yuen Housing Development

   (838 Pacific Avenue at Stockton Street)