On August 17, the Colton Lions Club teamed up with Councilmember Dr. G for a critical cleanup operation along Congress Street, an area notorious for illegal dumping and debris. This stretch, extending from Pine Street to Fogg Street, has long been a magnet for discarded trash due to its high traffic, particularly from large trucks, and the area’s remoteness that provides cover for encampments and illegal activity.
Early in the morning, six members of the Colton Lions Club joined Dr. G, armed with gloves, trash bags, hand sanitizer, and water bottles, ready to tackle the growing problem. “We like to participate in this cleanup event to help Dr. G and to contribute to the community,” said Cynthia Calderilla, President of the Colton Lions Club, emphasizing the club’s commitment to service.
The area, known locally as the “big curve,” is frequently plagued by illegal dumping, which residents and volunteers alike find unsightly. “Illegal dumping does not look good,” said long-time Lions Club member Ed Morden, adding, “With everyone’s help today, we’ll get this cleaned up.”…