Litter pollution is a growing and potentially hazardous problem. Wind, traffic, animals and water carry litter often far from its original source. It moves until it is trapped by our waterways, curbs, buildings, fences or some other obstacle. In our canals, litter can restrict water flow, pollute the water with unhealthy chemicals, trap or otherwise harm wildlife, provide a breeding ground for mosquitoes and damage canal structures and equipment.

The apparent lack of concern and loss of local pride results in a negative impact on property values, as well as just plain ugly vistas. Let's work together as a community to reverse this damage. KCB offers various programs to help everyone get involved, and lots of events are upcoming that will promote keeping our county clean and lovely, as it should be.

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2012 Calendar Art Contest

Recycling is our new theme. With support from the Collier Co. Solid Waste Dept., KCB encouraged students in grades one thru 12 to submit their art work. An art exhibition for the winners was held on May 26.  The winners are listed below and their art will be included in the 2012 calendar; copies will soon be available for $5.
 
Alysa Arnold, Front Cover
Melissa Mendez, Back Page
Eric Hernandez, 1st Grade, Avalon Elementary
Kimberly Fumez, 2nd Grade, Boys & Girls Club
Meliza Vasquez, 3rd Grade, Mike Davis Elementary
Kaitlyn Turner, 4th Grade, Naples Christian Academy
Ana Cabrera, 5th Grade, Veterans Memorial Elementary
Jayda Valdez, 6th Grade, Highlands Elementary
Lavinia Carr, 7th Grade, First Baptist Academy
Jaime Vega, 8th Grade, Immokalee Middle School
Dianna Arroyo, 9th Grade, Lely High School
Jenny Kordelski, 10th Grade, Palmetto Ridge High School
Paige Nelson, 11th Grade, Palmetto Ridge High School
Alix Corbitt, 12 th Grade, First Baptist Academy