Earth Day activities were held across the Chicago area on Saturday and the mission for a lot of groups is a simple one.
Johnson said Chicago's parks are key in building our city's safety and nurturing young people.
"We're going to roll up our sleeves, we're going to do the hard work to make sure that just not a beautiful city exists, but a better stronger safer city exists," Johnson said.She joined other city leaders and volunteers for the annual Clean & Green Day of Service. Vacant lots were just one of the projects getting attention on Saturday. Others included planting trees and gardens at open spaces across Chicago.
"We encourage everyone not just on Earth Day but every day to really be thinking about the part that they can play in preserving our environment and fighting against the dangerous effects of climate change," Lightfoot said.A Party for the Planet recycling event and Earth Day Run were held to encourage families to make a positive difference for wildlife and the natural world.
Volunteers collected items like electronics, textiles, and used books for recycling Saturday at the zoo's main parking lot.All the news you need to know, every day
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