Several volunteer opportunities are available during Storm Lake Proud Week, which is scheduled for May 4th through the 10th.
The Storm Lake Proud program began several years ago as a campaign to encourage residents and groups to become involved in community beautification efforts.
Mayor Mike Porsch says they would like to get as many projects taken care of as possible…
Porsch says a variety of projects are available…
Porsch says the Storm Lake Proud campaign has been moving slowly, but surely since it began several years ago…
Volunteers are needed for the following projects during Storm Lake Proud Week:
- Paint inside of campground bathrooms
- Clean art lighthouses around the community
- Paint trail light bases – Chautauqua Park to Sunrise Park
- Rake and level mulch in playgrounds
- Rake and level mulch around trees at golf course
- Plantings in eight tall round downtown planters
- Plantings in two planters near City Hall
- Paint basketball hoops and poles at Emerald Park
- Clean up shoreline – choose a section
- Paint bandshell benches
- Pick up trash in downtown alleyways
- Clean up Rain Garden storm water features
- Plant parks planters – Sunset Park, Chautauqua flag memorial, Awaysis area southeast of outdoor waterpark, flagpole area, south median
Groups or individuals who are interested in a year-long commitment are also encouraged to volunteer:
- Adopt a Storm Water Feature – pick up trash and pull weeds
- Adopt a Park – pick up trash and sticks periodically
- Adopt a Beach – general clean up periodically
To volunteer, contact Storm Lake Public Services Department project manager Kim Woltman at 732-8029 or woltman@stormlake.org.
More information on Storm Lake Proud Week will be released closer to the event.
Residents are also invited to suggest additional projects they would like to be involved in.
