Adopt-A-Mile Program

Purpose:
To offer individuals, groups, and organizations a chance to reduce litter and beautify public areas across DeKalb County.

ADOPTION OPTIONS:

Adopt-A-Road: Clean at least 1 mile of road or an entire subdivision 4 times/year.

Adopt-A-Spot: Clean less than 1 mile (often intersections/roundabouts) 4 times/year.

Adopt-A-MARTA Stop: Clean bus stops not serviced by MARTA 4 times/year and maintain site appearance.

ELIGIBLE ADOPTION AREAS:

• Roadsides
• Medians & traffic islands
• County-owned properties
• MARTA bus stops

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS: 

• Cleanups must occur four times per year
• Submit cleanup report within 2 business days after each event
• Annual audits ensure compliance
• Membership may be canceled for noncompliance
• Participants can voluntarily withdraw with 30 days' written notice
• Reinstatement requires a new application and review

Note: Volunteers representing organizations must provide proof of affiliation.

VOLUNTEER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow safety protocols
• Conduct cleanups quarterly

Click here to submit an Adopt-a-Mile Program Request or simply Contact: Beautify@dekalbcountyga.gov

• Please request supplies at least one week in advance.

• Supply Pick-up Available: Monday - Thursday, 10 a.m.– 1 p.m.

• Pickup Location: 1755 Fairlake Drive, Decatur, GA 30034

• Contact Us at 404.294.2010 or via email KDB@dekalbcountyga.gov

SUPPLIES PROVIDED:

• Orange Trash Bags
• Litter Grabbers
• Safety Vests

CLEANUP SUPPLY RETURN REQUIREMENTS:

• Supplies must be returned within one week of initial request (except for program members)

• Note: The "Keeping DeKalb Beautiful' Team will handle Orange Bag Pickup and Disposal.