July 20, 2014
My petition is crucial because the littering situation in District 4 in Worcester, Massachusetts has become untenable. Neighbors of mine- especially home-owners, are very concerned with this particular problem. In addition to being a health issue, littering creates environmental hazards and plummeting real estate values in this area. It also teaches children who personally witness this eyesore a very wrong message. I am advocating for trash receptacles as well as "No Littering" signs posted in various, public places. I am also hoping that the local police start fining people for public littering. After all, acting so irresponsibly toward the environment shows a lack of neighborhood pride.