Keep Greene Beautiful YARD OF THE MONTH Nomination 

Nominate a Yard! Yard of the Month recognizes citizens of Greene County who contribute to the overall aesthetics and health of our community by maintaining exceptionally clean and beautiful properties. Nominations for the program are open to the public from June through September, volunteer judges will recognize a "Yard of the Month" per month.

*Program Guidelines*

• Judging for the award will be provided by volunteers of Keep Greene Beautiful.

• The same property cannot receive more than one award in the same calendar year. 

• The residential property of all current residents of Greene County, both owner-occupied and rental, are eligible to participate in the program.

• The upkeep of the yard can reflect the efforts of the residents themselves or that of a professional landscaper.

• During their reign as Yard of the Month, winners are ask to display the “Yard of the Month” award sign, and are expected to maintain their yard in the same manner that allowed them to win the title.

***Please note that a yard can only win the award once per year.

***The occupants of the "Yard of the Month" winning location will receive a $50 gift card from Broyles General Store and Emporium.

 

*Judging Criteria*

Yard of the Month candidates for landscaping are judged on the appearance of their property as viewed from the street. Yards will be judged on overall appearance and factors include, but are not limited to, tidiness and neatness of the front and side yards, pruned and trimmed trees and shrubs, edged and defined lawns with no bare spots or excessive weeds. Grass shall be mowed and edged, and grass around foundations and fences shall be trimmed. Walkways, driveways and curbs shall be edged and free of debris, dirt, and litter.  Attractive art pieces, potted plants, birdhouses, patio/lawn furniture, decorative mailboxes, etc. will be taken into consideration; however, the natural landscape should be the primary focus.

 

 

 

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