What comes to Anita's mind is "What have you done for me lately" This well known lyric describes what the earth could be asking us, her caretakers. We can't protect her from ALL non-caring polutters, litterers etc. but we can do our part here in Putnam County! So...do your part: recycle, reuse and reduce and never, ever litter.

I am returning to the board because of all the great work that the Clean Commission has done, and will do, while I do my part to keep Putnam County "CLEAN and GREEN."

The Cookeville-Putnam County Clean Commission is a wonderful organization that encourages and educates Putnam County citizens how to be better stewards of the earth, through litter prevention and recycling. I like learning about new and better ways to be more "green" and sharing that information with others.

By serving the Cookeville-Putnam County Clean Commission, I wish to make the Putnam County area a litter-free home to all who come here.

The Clean Commission offers an opportunity to share my enthusiasum for preserving and protecting our environment. Through education and awareness we can continue to preserve the beauty & integrity of our land, and empower others to achieve a better understanding and appreciation of the world we live in.

The Clean commission, along with promoting property improvements and beautification, litter free local events and hazardous waste disposal days is directly responsible for initiating the Cookeville-Putnam County recycling programs.

Keith is the Director of Putnam County's Solid Waste Department. keith would like to take this opportunity to thank the Clean Commission for allowing me to sit on the board of directors. I am honored to be a part of all litter free events, hazardous waste days, property awards and education in the schools. I am looking forward to the next 2 years to do my part in making our community a better place to live.

I am an avid supporter of property beautification and promoting a clean community. Serving on the commission allows me the opportunity to help promote the commission's beautification and environme ntal programs. It also strengthens my belief that education and awareness in these areas are vital, if we are to improve our community and make it a better place to live for future generations.

Increasing awareness and promoting environmental education is vital to the well being of those who will come after us. I want to lessen my impact on the environment and help others to do the same. It is our responsibility to help change the future for subsequent generations.