What exactly is Keep Rome-Floyd Beautiful (KRFB)?
Founded in 1976, KRFB is a local leader in environmental education, community action, and a proud local affiliate of the national nonprofit Keep America Beautiful (KAB). We work closely with the City of Rome and Floyd County governments to inspire positive change through four core pillars: Litter Reduction, Beautification, Education, and Community Engagement.
I want to organize a cleanup with my neighborhood, church group, or civic club. Can KRFB help?
Absolutely—we love supporting community-led efforts! We feature a Litter Kit Library where local groups can check out free cleanup supplies. We will provide you with high-visibility vests, trash grabbers, gloves, and garbage bags to ensure your group stays safe and fully equipped.
Where does all the litter on our streets end up if it isn’t picked up?
It goes straight into our drinking water sources. It is important to know that the City of Rome and Floyd County do not have a stormwater treatment plant. Because we operate as an MS4 municipality, any litter, motor oil, or debris washed into our storm drains bypasses any filtration and discharges directly into our local rivers and waterways within the Coosa River Basin. This is why our street cleanups and river initiatives (like Paddle Georgia) are so critical!
How do I report a heavily littered area or graffiti that needs to be cleaned up?
You can contact our office directly! We use a dedicated GIS Litter Index Tool to map and track litter trends across the city and county, allowing us to deploy volunteer groups and resources to the areas that need them most. For graffiti removal, we can also supply paint and materials to volunteer teams looking to help beautify public spaces.
How do I submit a tree-related work order within the City of Rome?
For all public tree issues inside the city limits—including hanging limbs, dead trees in the right-of-way, or roots damaging city sidewalks—you must contact the City of Rome Public Works Division.
The Streets, Drainage, and Urban Forestry Department manages these requests. You can submit a work order by calling them directly:
City of Rome Public Works (Streets & Urban Forestry): (706) 236-4585
How do I submit a tree-related work order within Floyd County (outside city limits)?
If you spot a downed tree blocking a county road, or a dead hazard tree within the county right-of-way, you must file a work order with the Floyd County Public Works Department. You can reach their main office and routing desk at: Floyd County Public Works Main Office: (706) 236-2495.
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Explore our network of local, state, and national partners below to access resources, find volunteer opportunities, and join our mission.
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The City of Rome works hand-in-hand with KRFB to maintain public spaces, implement municipal recycling programs, and support neighborhood beautification initiatives that elevate public health and civic pride.
(Trails for Recreation and Economic Development) TRED is our premier local partner for active green spaces, advocating for the expansion and preservation of the Rome-Floyd trail system. Our partnership bridges the gap between environmental cleanliness and outdoor recreation, ensuring our local trail network remains litter-free and accessible for all.
The Tree Board is dedicated to preserving, protecting, and expanding Rome's urban forest canopy. Through collaborative tree plantings, educational workshops, and community forestry management, they help ensure our city stays shaded, cool, and ecologically balanced.
KRFB extends its reach into every corner of our county thanks to our partnership with the Floyd County government. Together, we manage county-wide cleanup efforts, protect local watersheds, and provide environmental resources to rural and suburban residents alike.
The Georgia Forestry Commission is a vital state agency providing leadership, service, and education to protect and conserve Georgia's vast forest resources. Beyond forest management advice and tree seedling distribution, the GFC administers crucial safety and environmental programs, including the Firewise USA program and outdoor burn permitting
The Georgia Tree Council focuses on sustaining Georgia's green legacy by preserving and expanding community forests statewide. By offering basic tree care workshops, educational quarterly meetings, and native tree publications, they empower communities to actively care for their local urban tree canopies.
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As our state-level guiding affiliate, the Keep Georgia Beautiful Foundation provides KRFB with critical training, resource grants, and statewide environmental initiatives. They unite communities across Georgia to end litter, reduce waste, and beautify shared spaces.
Youth Action Central serves as our digital educational platform designed to empower the next generation of environmental stewards. Through interactive learning modules, student-led project frameworks, and youth action toolkits, this platform transforms passion into tangible community change.
KRFB is a proud certified affiliate of Keep America Beautiful, the nation's leading community improvement nonprofit. KAB provides the science-based frameworks, national campaigns (such as the Great American Cleanup), and educational tools that form the backbone of our local projects.