City and county officials celebrated the introduction of two new litter collection devices into the Salado Creekway system on Friday.
Journalism like ours plays an essential role in a democracy, and we’re honored to do it. But we can’t do it alone. Will you contribute today to help support our ongoing work as we look ahead to the outcomes and implications of this election?Osprey Initiative Senior Field Manager, Jack Bates and Project Coordinator, Julian Valencia install a litter boom in Comanche Park Friday. This system will help to collect trash that comes downstream.
A small group of representatives from each of the partnering organizations showcased the litter boom at Comanche Park on Friday. Bexar County Commissioner Tommy Calvert called the installation of the two booms a meaningful step toward the city and county’s environmental goals. Charles Blank, co-founder of River Aid San Antonio, speaks during the unveiling of the litter boom system that will help to collect trash in San Antonio’s waterways.Funding came from Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages. While the booms themselves each cost about $2,500, the company has invested roughly $50,000 into the local effort, said Abraham Tueme, director of sustainability for Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages.
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