In early April, community members gathered at Trenton & Auburn Playground for the City’s annual spring cleanup event. With support from the City’s investments, including opioid settlement funding, community members are working together to revitalize the space and make it a hub for future neighborhood activities.
Event highlights include local volunteers cleaning up the playground, Mayor Cherelle Parker’s visit, and ongoing efforts by the Friends of Trenton & Auburn to improve the space for all.
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Community members gather in the rain after a cleanup while they wait for Mayor Cherelle Parker’s arrival at Trenton & Auburn Playground during the City’s annual spring cleanup event on April 5, 2025. (Photo by Solmaira Valerio)

Brian Givens, community health worker with NKCDC, removes trash bags after a cleanup at Trenton & Auburn Playground, where community members are preparing for Mayor Cherelle Parker’s visit during the City’s annual spring cleanup event on April 5, 2025. (Photo by Solmaira Valerio)

Annie Whitaker, Garden Associate with NKCDC, carries brooms after a cleanup at Trenton & Auburn Playground, where community members are preparing for Mayor Cherelle Parker’s visit during the City’s annual spring cleanup event on April 5, 2025. (Photo by Solmaira Valerio)








Mayor Cherelle Parker speaks during the City’s annual spring cleanup event at Trenton & Auburn Playground on April 5, 2025. (Photo by Solmaira Valerio)




