Get Involved: Adopt a Street
Calendar of Events
JANUARY 2018
JANUARY 30 Kannapolis Loop the Loop Recognition Ceremony 7 p.m. | Laureate Center
Are you looking for a community service project? Do you see trash on the side of the road and want to help us do something about it? Join the Adopt-aStreet program!
FEBRUARY 10 Document Shredding and e-Waste Recycling Event 9 a.m. | Public Works Operation Center 10
New Loop the Loop Routes Added for 2018
No pets or smoking please. More at kannapolisnc.gov.
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oop the Loop, the fun walking, running or biking routes in downtown Kannapolis are expanding. The City has expanded the loops to include routes at A.L. Brown High, Woodrow Wilson, Shady Brook, Jackson Park, Fred Wilson and Carver schools.
The Adopt-a-Street program recognizes organizations that commit to clean a onemile section of street at least four times a year for two years. Each organization is provided with equipment, a street sign that recognizes the organization and a certificate of participation. The mission of the Adopt-A-Street program is to promote civic responsibility, community pride and enhance Kannapolis’ quality of life through clean streets and beautiful neighborhoods.
The City of Kannapolis 401 Laureate Way Kannapolis, NC 28081 704.920.4300 www.kannapolisnc.gov
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If you, your business or organization would like to join the Adopt-a-Street program, please contact Melissa Loveless at mloveless@kannapolisnc.gov or visit kannapolisnc.gov/adoptastreet.
Daddy/Daughter Dance – To the Moon and Back 6 p.m. | Laureate Center
“We are excited to be able to expand the Loop the Loop Program to include the schools. Using a REACH grant from the Cabarrus Health Alliance and working in collaboration with the schools, this is an opportunity to bring the loops to our local neighborhoods. It is a wonderful addition to our Discover a Healthy Life initiative,” commented Director of Communications Annette Privette Keller. “One of our primary goals is to encourage everyone to get active regardless of income level. Loop the Loop helps our community do that! It’s been great to see so many people on the loops each week and we look forward to seeing that number grow,” said Erin Shoe, chief operating officer of the Cabarrus Health Alliance. Superintendent Chip Buckwell commented, “Kannapolis City Schools is excited to be part of the Loop the Loop effort. Our children, staff and families now have a wonderful opportunity to link their education to their efforts to be healthy in a safe setting. Schools and classrooms can also be challenged to get and stay healthy. We look forward to the
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