Episode 34: Christi Cakiroglu, executive director of Keep Truckee Meadows Beautiful
March 16th, 2007
In this interview, we talk with Christi Cakiroglu, executive director of Keep Truckee Meadows Beautiful (KTMB) about the programs the organization facilitates to keep the Reno-Sparks area clean and free of trash.
KTMB faces a host of challenges including, limited funds and staff, a growing Northern Nevada population, and persistent problems dealing with illegal dumping on open space land.
They need your help! If you are interested in assisting this invaluable organization, whether physically or monetarily, please visit ktmb.org or call 775-851-5185.
Despite these hurdles, KTMB does receive generous support from sponsors and volunteers, and they work with host of local agencies such as the:
- Bureau of Land Management (BLM)
- Forest Service
- Sheriff’s Office
- City of Reno
- City of Sparks
KTMB programs include:
- Truckee River Cleanup Day
- Adopt-A-Park
- Adopt-A-Spot
- Neighborhood Cleanups
- Open Space Cleanups
- Litter Index
- Waste Warriors
- Christmas Tree Recycling
- Phone Book Recycling
- Paper Making Workshops
Visit their calendar page on their website for dates and locations.
Here are some on the job pictures provided by Keep Truckee Meadows Beautiful.
