The Authority is inviting community members and groups to participate in its 34th Annual Waterways Cleanup event. The Authority is hosting this event as part of the Cumberland County Clean Communities Program on September 26. It is being held in conjunction with the annual Ocean Conservancy’s International Coastal Cleanup (ICC), hosted in New Jersey by the New Jersey Clean Communities Council. Through the ICC, volunteers worldwide will remove litter and debris from lakes, streams, rivers, bays, and beaches.
Registration is required for all volunteers. Individual and group volunteers can visit theauthoritynj.com/event-details/2026waterwayscleanup for registration forms and more information. Registration forms are to be submitted no later than Friday, September 11. Participants are encouraged to choose their favorite waterway cleanup site to remove trash and unwanted debris. Free giveaways and supplies needed for safe trash collection will be provided as part of this community event.
“As always, I am thankful for our returning volunteers and community partners, and we look forward to welcoming new group and individual volunteers,” said Cumberland County Recycling and Clean Communities Coordinator, Samantha DeFrancisco. “It is always great to see our residents work together to keep Cumberland County beautiful!”
“The Authority is looking forward to seeing the community come together as one, working towards a common cause. Year after year, the Waterways Cleanup provides a great opportunity for our residents to get involved and help us improve our tomorrow,” said Authority Chairman, Dale Jones.
For more information, contact DeFrancisco at 856-825-3700, ext.1270 or samdefrancisco@theauthoritynj.com.
In addition to its environmental-related initiatives, The Authority is responsible for the development, financing and project management of projects and programs most vital to sustaining the economic and environmental future of Cumberland County and the state of New Jersey. The Authority works in tandem with the Cumberland County Board of Chosen County Commissioners to foster greater economic growth, business development and quality of life for all Cumberland County residents.
