PARTNERS IN PRIDE
Established in 1987 by seven concerned citizens who noticed some areas of Wyckoff that seemed to attract litter and created an eyesore for the whole community. The group now has about 20 regular members that meet every first Wednesday of the month at The Larkin House to discuss current and future projects in the town.
The Mission Statement
"To combat litter, neglect, unsanitary conditions and eyesores in the town of Wyckoff. We aim to reduce the deterioration of our public spaces and promote a sense of caring for our public spaces and facilities. We will publicize and educate our residents about our goals, increase awareness of ordinances protecting our environment and foster town pride."
Each Spring a dedicated group of volunteers set out to plant and water the 52+ concrete ornamental planters around town. Pocket gardens at Russell Avenue/Route 208, Birch Parkway/Wiley Place, Wyckoff Avenue/Grandview Avenue and Town Hall Plaza/Ambulance Building are also planted and maintained by the Partners In Pride Volunteers. Other projects are plantings at Zabriske Pond, Wyckoff Community Park Sign and the split rail fence and rose bushes next to the railroad tracks down from Town Hall.
In the Fall Partners In Pride also organizes the town-wide "Clean Sweep" day that patrols the town picking up litter that has accumulated during the summer months.
Over the years, plantings and support of plantings at our elementary schools along with supporting the Eisenhower school courtyard has made our schools a more attractive place to learn.
Anyone interested in helping out our good cause can contact our current president Jill Rousseau at tfrousseau@aol.com or leave a message at 891-4231.