Beautification
County Executive Aisha N. Braveboy is deeply committed to ensuring Prince George’s County reflects the beauty, vibrancy, and diversity of its residents. That commitment begins with maintaining clean, safe, and well-kept neighborhoods that are free of excessive trash and debris.
To advance this vision, the Braveboy Administration launched Project Elevate on June 23, 2025—an initiative designed to support countywide revitalization and beautification efforts across Prince George’s County. Project Elevate is rooted in the belief that every community deserves to take pride in its surroundings and benefit from consistent, high-quality public maintenance.
Our County agencies—specifically the Department of Public Works and Transportation (DPW&T) and the Department of the Environment—work in close collaboration to lead these beautification initiatives. Together, they provide ongoing essential services such as residential street sweeping, litter and debris removal, mowing of public medians, trimming overgrown trees that obstruct traffic signage, and other critical maintenance efforts that keep our corridors clean, safe, and visually vibrant.
In addition, Strikeforce 311 was launched to strengthen government responsiveness and improve service delivery. At its inception, Strikeforce 311 completed a backlog of more than 20,000 outstanding PGC311 requests. This effort has significantly improved PGC311's system, resulting in faster response times, increased accountability, and enhanced coordination across agencies.
Together, the beautification foundational initiatives have enhanced the aesthetics, efficiency, and responsiveness of Prince George’s County government. These efforts reflect the Braveboy Administration’s ongoing commitment to building a cleaner, more connected, and more accountable County—one that truly reflects the pride, beauty, and excellence of its residents.
Upcoming Beautification Initiatives
Clean and Green: Elevate the Scene
Saturday, April 25
It's clean-up time! Grab your gloves, roll up your sleeves, and let's get ready to ELEVATE Prince George's County! Join "Clean and Green: Elevate the Scene," a countywide beautification initiative that drives our beautification efforts. Rally your friends, community groups, and neighbors to elevate our spaces into showcases of pride and beauty. Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., and be sure to register by Monday, April 20, 2026. Let’s come together, have fun, and make our community shine!
Spring 2026 Event: Saturday, April 25, 2025, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Registration Deadline: Monday, April 20, 2026
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Anacostia Watershed Society’s Earth Day Cleanup
Saturday, April 25
WHAT: DoE is looking for volunteers for the Anacostia Watershed Society’s Earth Day Cleanup/Trash Pickup
WHEN: Saturday, April 25, 2026
TIME: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
WHERE: Bladensburg Waterfront Park
4601 Annapolis Road
Bladensburg
Please complete the attached volunteer form, have it signed by your supervisor and Associate Director, and return it to Gabriela M. Correia as soon as possible.
Earth Day 2026
Wednesday, April 22
Every year, while Earth Day is on April 22, your Department of the Environment celebrates "Earth Day Every Day" throughout the entire month. Check out our Earth Month Calendar for information on planned activities and our Earth Month Sprout e-newsletter, which will include more details and highlights.
And be sure to get social with us by using #PGCEarthDayEveryDay
Arbor Day 2026
Friday, April 17
Every year, on a Friday in April, the Beautification Committee celebrates the official Prince George's County Arbor Day event at a selected County elementary school. The tradition of involving an entire elementary school in the celebration of Arbor Day began in 1985 with County Executive Parris Glendening.
