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Litter League: Youngstown receives $5,000 to start citywide cleanup

By Kelcey Norris Mahoning Matters
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The Youngstown Health District received $5,000 from the state’s Environmental Protection Agency to host a citywide anti-litter campaign.

It’s called “Litter League;” the funds will be used for clean-ups around the city of Youngstown and programs about proper litter control.

“I certainly want my children, and other kids in Youngstown, to learn more about what they can do to improve the environment,” said Rep. Lauren McNally (D-Youngstown). “I look forward to hearing more about the event the city will put on with this grant funding and hope we can participate.”

The $5,000 was granted from the Ohio EPA’s Environmental Education Fund.

Learn more about the OEEF’s mission to increase residents’ awareness and understanding of local environmental issues.

Here are a few of the ways to prevent litter on the Ohio EPA website:

  • Set an example around children and younger generations to not litter.
  • Carry a litter bag in your car and dispose of litter without directly touching it.

  • Securely cover trash containers to prevent wind or animals from spreading litter.

  • Learn how to remove your name from mailing lists to reduce the number of junk mail letters that go to waste.
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