Hispanics Come Together To Demonstrate Commitment To Environment

TAMPA, FL — Volunteers recently gathered at Lowry Park to do their part to clean up the Hillsborough River.

Some launched kayaks to look for litter, while others scoured the shorelines. The clean-up was specifically geared toward Hispanics wanting to help the environment.

Tampa Mayor Jane Castor attended the event and thanked the volunteers for their efforts.

The event, hosted by Tampa Kayak Anglers through a grant from Tampa Bay Water, created an opportunity to learn more about Tampa Bay’s drinking water supply and the action needed to protect it.

“Our mission at Tampa Bay Water is to provide clean, safe water to our region now and in the future,” said Brandon Moore, public communications manager at Tampa Bay Water. “We want to ensure everyone understands the importance and value of keeping our waterways clean and how each of us plays an important role in conserving our most precious resource — water.”

Research shows that Latinos are passionate about clean water and other environmental issues. As Earth Day approaches on April 22, this event offers an opportunity to learn more about Tampa Bay’s drinking water supply and the action needed to protect it.

The clean-up is part of a partnership between Tampa Bay Water, Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful and Tampa Bay Kayak Anglers. It was funded by an $8,000 grant from Tampa Bay Water, specifically allocated to educate Hispanic communities in Tampa Bay about the importance of our region’s water supply through outings and community clean-ups.