Politics & Government
City Postpones Annual Earth Day Cleanup
However, the Recycle Run is on whether it rain, snow or shine.
Due to yet another spring snow storm, the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board has postponed its annual Minneapolis Earth Day Clean-Up event, which was scheduled for Saturday, April 20.
However, the Recycle Run on Sunday will take place in rain, shine or snow. According to the MPRB:
The Recycle Run on Sunday, April 21, will take place rain, shine, or snow. The run was created to support sustainable park projects including the Earth Day Clean-Up. The event takes place around beautiful Lake Harriet in south Minneapolis. The 5K Run begins at 9am and is a chip-timed event. Participants are encouraged to bring their used running shoes and shirts. Items will be collected and recycled. More information can be found at www.minneapolisrecyclerun.com.
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Individual park cleanups will take place throughout the coming weeks. Information regarding the makeup events can be found on the MPRB website at minneapolisearthday.com.
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