(COLUMBIA, MO) ~ Columbia, MO - The annual Cleanup Columbia event, a citywide volunteer litter pick up, is set to take place on Saturday, April 12. This year marks the 29th year of the event and it will be the first single-day event since 2019.

According to the City of Columbia's Volunteer Program, over 1,000 volunteers from 85 different groups have registered to participate at more than 90 sites. These volunteers will be assigned to clean up litter along streets, in City parks, and along streams and trails. Each group will have their own designated start time for the cleanup.

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The public is advised to use caution while driving during the event as volunteers may be working near roadways.

Residents still have time to sign up and volunteer for Cleanup Columbia. Those interested can register at CoMo.gov. After the cleanup, volunteers are invited to a post-cleanup lunch at City Hall located at 701 E. Broadway at noon.

Organized by the City's Volunteer Program in the Housing and Neighborhood Services department, Cleanup Columbia receives support from Columbia Utilities - Solid Waste and Columbia Parks and Recreation.

Residents can also volunteer to pick up litter throughout the year with assistance from the City. For more information about Cleanup Columbia or other volunteer opportunities, individuals can contact the City of Columbia Volunteer Program at 573.874.7499 or visit CoMo.gov.

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