Keep It Clean COS!

This includes trash pickup, debris removal and weed maintenance.

Scroll below to see their work before-and after!

Prior to these vacuums being introduced, cleaning up litter was purely man-powered.

The new truck will mainly focus on heavy traffic corridors, but if residents spot an area with litter, they can report it in the  GoCOS! mobile ap p.

To celebrate the arrival of the new street sweepers, the City launched a “name the street sweeper” campaign, with names submitted by Colorado Springs Residents.

The new sweepers are named Dirt Reynolds, Sweepy McSweepface, Bruce Springsclean and Kevin!

The program has expanded to two teams with a total of 8 participants who work on median maintenance with the City’s Public Works Operations and Maintenance Division.

Four participants have graduated to full-time City employees, and 14 participants have graduated to full-time temporary employees. Four participants have moved on to other full time jobs...

They strive to do this through solutions orientated problem solving and enforcement of the City Code of Colorado Springs. They are responsible for responding to complaints and facilitating remediation of City Code violations that impact the quality of life for residents, business owners, and those that will be part of the community in the future.

This team is a dedicated force working to improve the everyday experiences of residents and businesses. They address homeless encampments, graffiti and private property violations to create a cleaner, safer and more welcoming City for everyone.

Their mission is to respond to citizens’ complaints professionally and in an expedient manner. They will then thoroughly investigate if the vehicle is truly abandoned, stolen, or a day to day driven vehicle.

This team plays a crucial role in maintaining the quality of life for all residents of Colorado Springs. By ensuring compliance with city codes and ordinances, we enhance property values, improve public safety, protect the environment and foster community pride.

Code Enforcement is not about being punitive. It's about working together to create a thriving and vibrant community for everyone to enjoy.

We are fortunate to have an abundance of beautiful parks, trails and open spaces. With these wonderful amenities comes the responsibility to be good stewards of these public lands, and we could use your help caring for and helping beautify our parks and trails for everyone to enjoy.

Click on the map to see who is participating in the Adopt-A-Park/Trail program, and think about a park or trail that you would like to  adopt !

As an adopting organization, your group is asked to make a one-year commitment to meet at least twice per month during the months of April-October and, as weather permits, in the cold season to clean-up your adopted park or trail.

The City of Colorado Springs Stormwater Enterprise encourages local businesses, organizations, environmental groups, academic institutions, neighborhood groups, and other community-minded organizations to formally Adopt-A-Waterway to protect and improve water quality in the region.

Click on the map to see who is participating in the Adopt-A-Waterway program, and think about a waterway that you would like to  adopt !

As an adopting organization, your group would be asked to participate in two cleanups a year and maintain your adopted waterway for a minimum of two years. This small commitment goes a long way in improving our water quality!  Find a nearby waterway  and sign up today.

For additional information about the program, visit the  Storm Drain Art Project .

Only have a minute to help? You can  report trash  to let City officials know areas in Colorado Springs that could use some attention.

Only have an hour? Gather some of your friends and attend a  Trash Mob!  Trash Mobs last only an hour, and rely on members of the community to rally together to clean-up a specific area of the city that needs extra help.

Have an afternoon to set aside? Coordinate a neighborhood clean-up! The City will provide dumpsters, bags, gloves, and even safety vests if it’s required for the area.

Learn more about  Neighborhood Cleanups  and how you can get involved in the planning process.

Ready to go all in? Those ready to fully dive into #KeepItCleanCOS can participate by adopting a  waterway ,  trail ,  highway  or even a park! By “adopting” a part of Colorado Springs, you will be responsible for cleaning the area 2-4 times a year. Don’t worry! The City will be happy to provide bags and gloves, as well as haul away service when you complete the cleaning. Groups are encouraged to “adopt” together as well!

The City of Colorado Springs would like to highlight the following groups who do great work in our community and depend on your involvement to Keep It Clean!

The Fountain Creek Watershed District is known for the annual Great American Cleanup, as well as the Brewshed Alliance and Creek Week cleanups that happen throughout the year.

Help keep our region clean by learning how you can get involved with the  Fountain Creek Watershed District .

 Keep Colorado Springs Beautiful  is about more than "reduce, reuse, recycle." We're about more than cleaning up our roads, parks and trails. We're about people. Our mission is to elevate the spirit and improve lives through the care and beautification of Colorado Springs.

 Richard's Rubbish Roundups  is a weekly trash roundup in Monument Valley Park, sponsored by Poor Richard's Downtown.

You can register  to join  a Roundup, held every Tuesday from 4 - 6PM, where supplies will be provided. After the cleanup, everyone is invited back to Rico's Cafe for pizza and beverages.