HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Kansas Department of Transportation spokesperson Tim Potter notes that the agency is looking for Adopt A Highway volunteers.
"It's a way to make a difference in your community and help the environment at the same time, picking up litter along our highways," Potter said. "Groups are asked to sign a two-year agreement with the program. There is no cost to the group."
KDOT provides resources to get the work done.
"We provide some training information when it comes to safety," Potter said. "We want people to be safe when they are out there picking up this litter. Among the things we provide, besides trash bags to pick up the litter is orange vests, so that you're visible when you're out there."
There is a local contact for details.
"People in the Hutchinson area or Reno County, the number to call if you're interested in adopting a section of highway and doing this is (620) 860-7400."
The coordinator can let you know what sections are available and what other restrictions apply.