Lake County is partnering with a nationwide nonprofit organization to emphasize community beautification through the use of flowers, plants and other environmental and lifestyle enhancements.
With the help of the Keep Lake Beautiful (KLB) Advisory Committee, the county has become the first county-wide host chapter of America in Bloom (AIB). As a host chapter, all municipalities in Lake County have been invited to participate in the America in Bloom National Awards Program. The program provides in-person coaching by a team of specially trained advisors, and a detailed community evaluation with comprehensive recommendations for community transformation.
A community transformation includes celebrating heritage, environmental efforts, and increasing outdoor activities and facilities that lead to a healthier community. The first four Lake County communities to join the AIB National Awards Program are the City of Tavares, City of Groveland, Town of Astatula, and City of Mount Dora.
As a host, KLB will offer support to local municipalities by holding roundtable meetings to help make their participation successful. During the roundtables, city representatives can come together to share ideas, successes, and discuss the projects that will benefit the citizens of their community. KLB hosted the first roundtable meeting on Feb. 22. The roundtable meetings are open to the public.
For more information about the two organizations, visit Keep Lake Beautiful or America in Bloom.
