SALEM – The Salem Beautification Committee, dedicated to enhancing the aesthetic appeal of our beloved city, is excited to announce a call for volunteers to join its gardening initiative. As Salem enters the vibrant season of growth, the committee invites residents passionate about gardening and
community beautification to lend their green thumbs and enthusiasm to this important cause.
Founded in 1997, the Salem Beautification Committee has been a cornerstone of community engagement, striving to cultivate a sense of pride and ownership in the city’s public spaces. Comprising dedicated volunteers, the committee works tirelessly to enhance Salem’s natural beauty through various projects, including traffic island maintenance, monthly cleanups, window box competitions, and the Lady of Salem public art installment.
This year, the committee is seeking volunteers of all gardening skill levels to join us in planting and maintaining gardens across the city. The committee will continue to grow and maintain these vibrant native and drought-resistant garden displays. Each garden will serve as a testament to the City of Salem’s collective commitment to fostering a more beautiful and sustainable environment.
Volunteers will have the opportunity to contribute to every stage of the gardening process, from planning and planting to watering and weeding. Whether a prospective volunteer is a seasoned gardener or simply has a passion for green spaces, there’s an opportunity in this community of dedicated volunteers.
“Our city’s beauty is a reflection of the care and dedication of its residents,” said Janelle Rolke, city liaison of the Salem Beautification Committee. “By joining forces with fellow community members, we can create vibrant, welcoming spaces that enrich the lives of all who call Salem home.”
Individuals interested in sponsoring a space or volunteering with the Salem Beautification Committee’s gardening initiative are encouraged to visit the Salem Beautification Committee’s website https://salembeautification.com/ to sign up to receive volunteering opportunities via email. Together, let’s sow the seeds of beauty and community in Salem!
Below are the May gardening opportunities (meeting places and exact information will be emailed using the volunteer list, so volunteers should register to receive those updates):
- Mondays from 5–7 PM
- Tuesdays from 9–11 AM
- Wednesday from 9–11 AM
About Salem Beautification Committee: The mission of the Salem Beautification Committee is to assist the City in developing and pursuing initiatives that promote the beautification of the City. The goal of the Committee is to create civic pride and to motivate the City’s diverse population to participate in the beautification process. The Committee will identify areas in need of improvement, will create programs, recruit volunteers and will secure the funding resources to achieve its goals.
