Public Asked Again to "Pack It In, Pack It Out"
after HSBC Celebration of Light

July 25, 2008 (No. 46) - Saturday night's fireworks spectators are again being asked to reduce garbage left on beaches and streets by using litter bins or packing their garbage home. The Park Board is also asking that people refrain from digging holes in the sand. Large holes create a difficult and even dangerous situation for the staff operating the beach screening machine, which is used to remove debris that may be buried.

The Park Board, City of Vancouver and the HSBC Celebration of Light organizers are hoping that fireworks spectators this weekend will rally behind the cause to help keep our beaches and streets clean and safe. The organizers would like to commend those who did their part after Wednesday's event. Staff reported that, although not as impressive as last year in terms of reduction in garbage left behind, many people did use the litter bins or took their garbage home.

In an anticipation of even bigger crowds this year, the City and Park Board have increased the number of garbage cans on site around English Bay. In addition, increased recycling opportunities for bottles and cans will be available.

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For more information contact Carol DeFina, Communications Coordinator at 604-257-8440.
www.vancouverparks.ca

The Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation maintains 220 parks and 40 major facilities throughout the City of Vancouver. The Park Board's mission is to provide, preserve and advocate for parks and recreation services to benefit people, communities and the environment.

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