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National Secondhand Wardrobe Day- August 25

National Secondhand Wardrobe Day- August 25

Reducing what we consume, recycling what we have used up and reusing nearly new items are the three R’s. Incorporating these three R’s in our daily lives is essential to reaching our goal of sustainability.  Buying things that have already been used by someone else is a great way to save money and to reduce your own carbon footprint. KPB loves to celebrate the three R’s everyday, Luckily there…

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HIRING: Office Administrator

OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Class: Administrative

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

General Description of Job

The Office Administrator is a renaissance position entailing many different duties across a multitude of

disciplines and responsibilities. The Office Administrator ensures smooth running of the organization’s

office and contributes in driving sustainable growth by managing the…

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BYOM May 2019

The May 2019 Keep Pearland Beautiful Business Beautification Award was recently given to The Enclave at Mary’s Creek for their attractive entrance landscaping.

The Enclave at Mary’s Creek utilizes native and adaptive plants that perform well through all four seasons. Their business front has gorgeous foliage. Community Manager, Amber said, “It is important for The Enclave at Mary’s Creek to…

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The Joe Miller Environmental Scholarship 2019

The Joe Miller Environmental Scholarship 2019

Keep Pearland Beautiful recently awarded $20,000 in scholarships to high school seniors through the Joe Miller Environmental Scholarship Fund. Over 60 applications were received, which included an essay on ‘Environmental Stewardship’. The Scholarship Review Committee then interviewed several students. After selecting the winners, Casa Ole hosted a dinner reception, allowing a chance for the…

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BYOM April 2019

The April 2019 Keep Pearland Beautiful Business Beautification Award was recently given to Raising Cane’s #188 for their attractive entrance landscaping.

Raising Cane’s utilizes native and adaptive plants that perform well through all four seasons. Their business front has gorgeous foliage. Raising Cane’s is your destination for quality chicken finger meals. Senior Marketing Adviser, John Segura…

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Celebrating Delores Fenwick

Today we celebrate International Women’s Day, by honoring someone who’s name almost seems synonymous with Keep Pearland Beautiful, Delores Fenwick. For over 35 years, Delores has educated thousands of students, hosted hundreds of events, and been instrumental in dozens of special projects. The success of the organization today, would have only been possible with her steadfast commitment. The…

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BYOM March 2019

The March 2019 Keep Pearland Beautiful Business Beautification Award was recently given to International Paint & Body for their attractive entrance landscaping.

International Paint & Body utilizes native and adaptive plants that perform well through all four seasons. Their business has gorgeous palm trees & a pond that was installed when they first opened. Office Manager Ashley Parnell said, “It…

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BYOM February 2019

The February 2019 Keep Pearland Beautiful Business Beautification Award was recently given to Watercrest at Shadow Creek Ranch for their attractive entrance landscaping.

Watercrest utilizes native and adaptive plants that perform well through all four seasons. Executive Director Caroline Alcarntar said, “It is important for Watercrest to beautify its business front so the residents that live here…

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KPB Receives Recycling Grant

KPB Receives Recycling Grant

Keep Texas Beautiful (KTB) has recognized Keep Pearland Beautiful as a recipient of the 2019 Waste Management Recycle Often, Recycle Right (RORR) Grant. Waste Management developed the Recycle Often, Recycle Right recycling education program based on national best practices to increase recycling and decrease contamination. In partnership with KTB, the RORR Grant provides affiliate communities with…

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BYOM January 2019

Business Yard of the Month- January 2019

The January 2019 Keep Pearland Beautiful Business Beautification Award was recently given to the BellaVita at Green Tee HOA for their attractive entrance landscaping.

BellaVita utilizes native and adaptive plants that perform well through all four seasons. Grounds Committee Chairman Diane Nicolas said, “It is important for BellaVita’s Grounds Committee &…

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Don't Be A Wishful Recycler

Don’t Be A Wishful Recycler

Keep Pearland Beautiful staff and board members had the opportunity to tour Waste Management’s Material Recovery Facility (MRF) this week. From learning about how they sort recyclables to conducting a table audit, we left with wealth of knowledge about how to help Pearland residents become better recyclers. The main takeaway was targeted at ‘wishful recyclers’, who toss items in their recycling…

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Seeking New Board Members

Seeking New Board Members

Are you passionate about the environment? Do you cringe at the sight of litter, recycle as much as possible and want to make Pearland a more beautiful city? Then consider applying to become a Board Member with Keep Pearland Beautiful!

We are currently seeking interested candidates to apply for our Board of Directors. If selected, Board Members would begin their first term October 1, 2018,…

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T-Shirt Fundraiser

In addition to the two different style T-shirts that KPB is giving away as part of its membership drive, KPB supporters can purchase t-shirts directly from Goodink and KPB will receive a portion of the proceeds.  So, become a memberand then order additional “I support Recycling, I wore this yesterday” shirts for your family friends using the link below.  The membership drive and the T-Shirt…

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Recycling Household Batteries

With National Battery Day approaching on February 28, 2018 we want to educate residents on ways to ensure your batteries are properly recycled.

5 Tips For Safe and Easy Battery Recycling

Safety first! Be sure to safely prep your batteries. There are two options: bag or tape. Option A: Bag each battery in its own clear plastic bag before placing it in a storage container. Option B: you can tape…

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Now Hiring: Recycling Attendant

Post Date:  01/03/2018 5:00 p.m.

  Position:  Recycling Center Attendant

Classification:  Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Hourly Rate:  $12/hour

Schedule:  Tuesday-Friday 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. & Saturday 9:00 am – 1:00 p.m.

  To apply: Download, complete and send back the Employment Application.

  Job Description

Keep Pearland Beautiful is seeking a passionate, customer service oriented Recycling Center…

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Annual Report 2017

Dear Friends and Supporters:

I would like to extend a huge thank you from Keep Pearland Beautiful for your support over this past year.  We continue to effectively run the Stella Roberts Recycling Center, while enhancing our award winning programs.  On November 16, 2017 KPB unveiled the 2017 Annual Report at the Annual Meeting & Awards Dinner.

Below are a few highlights from the report:

29,690…