With a litter rate more than 30 percent higher
than
the national average, Mississippi can no longer afford
to ignore a problem that costs $2 million a year in
clean-up efforts and immeasurable dollars in lost
tourism and economic development.
In this site, you'll find information
on the Mississippi Department of Transportation's anti-litter
efforts, our popular media campaign
featuring Former First Lady Pat Fordice, and educational
programs
that are available to schools across the state. If, after reading more about Mississippi's
litter problem, you want
to join us in the fight to eradicate litter and restore
our home state
to her original beauty, contact us to find out how to get
started.
And, the next time you spot someone
throwing trash on the ground, feel free to use our favorite
line, "I am NOT your Mama! Pick it
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Myrtle the Turtle |
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Myrtle doesn't like to
pick up after you, but she will if she has to.
Click here to find out more information about Myrtle
the Turtle and getting a presentation for your child's
classroom.
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The Three E's of Litter Prevention |
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The
MDOT Anti-Litter Program is more than just an advertising
campaign. Education, enforcement, and elimination are
the keys to litter prevention.
Find
out how MDOT is
addressing Mississippi's litter problem.
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