How we got started
Keep Ennis Beautiful was established through an ordinance of the Ennis City Commission in February of 2018 and became an official affiliate of Keep Texas Beautiful in March of 2019. Since then, Keep Ennis Beautiful volunteers have donated countless volunteer hours to the betterment of our community.
Who we are
We are the change! Driven by the work and passion of volunteers and the support of our elected officials, city staff, local businesses and individuals, we work to inspire and educate people to take action every day to improve and beautify our community.
MISSION
To inspire and empower individuals to take active roles in preserving and enhancing the environment through community pride, volunteerism, and education.
VISION
By fostering a spirit of collective responsibility and environmental awareness, we aim to create a healthy, beautiful, and sustainable community for current and future generations.
VALUES
Integrity: We know what’s right & we do what’s right.
Respect: For ourselves, our community, & our planet.
Responsibility: We embrace the opportunity to hold ourselves accountable for the well-being of our community and to contribute to the greater good.
GOALS
1. To inspire, initiate, plan, direct, and coordinate programs for litter control and prevention.
2. To encourage the planting and preservation of trees, flowers, plants and shrubbery.
3. To initiate programs that promote a cleaner, safer, healthier, and more beautiful community.
4. To stimulate interest and action toward conservation of resources.
What all of that means
We believe that our words and our actions should create an environment that we can be proud of.