April 30, 2001--
A highway cleanup program is in desperate need of volunteers.
You've probably seen the signs that say "Adopt-A-Highway."
Trouble is, the number of groups adopting 2-mile stretches of interstate has sharply declined.
UDOT is hoping more groups and families sign up for the program.
Road crews actually trim, mow, and clean up a lot of trash.
But there're just not enough state workers to keep the 6,000 miles of Utah highways trash-free.
Department of Transportation spokeswoman Amanda Covington says, "Any group can adopt a highway. Business co-workers, neighbors, your relatives. You get recognition, your name on a sign, you get credit for what you do and that's a good thing."
To adopt a highway, your group must:
- agree to a two-year deal
- agree to clean up your stretch of highway at least three times a year
Volunteers in your group must be at least 11 years old.
If you'd like to find out more about adopting a stretch of highway, visit the UDOT Web site or call UDOT at 965-4000.
