Dothan’s successful downtown cleanup program, trails and city center plan

Just in time for Earth Month, the city of Dothan held its “Love Your Downtown Clean-Up Day” on April 6th.

16.2 tons of debris removed 

Here are the eye-popping results from the City of Dothan’s Weekly Update for April 12th.

During Saturday’s Love Your Downtown Clean-Up Program, the following amount of waste and debris was collected:

• 16.2 tons of debris removed from work area
• 30 cubic yards of tires picked up
• 1100 lbs. of e-waste received
• 250 gallons of paint received
• 1000 lbs. of paper waste for destruction
• 3 car batteries
• 25 lbs. of household cleaners and pesticides

Additional Dothan green programs

In addition to the clean-ups, Dothan has several environmental programs and amenities.

For example, the Wiregrass town of 71,000+ has been a Tree City U.S.A.  for about 34 years.

It is also home to the Forever Wild Trails, a 400-acre preserve within the city limits of Dothan with 14+ miles of trails

The community is also home to Landmark Park, a group dedicated to preserving the cultural and natural history of the Wiregrass region. 

Why it matters

Along with its green initiatives, Dothan has launched a comprehensive city center revitalization plan that includes a major renovation and expansion of its Opera House and the future development of a Wiregrass Innovation Center and new municipal buildings.

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