This program requires a volunteer group or individual to pick up litter and recyclables along both sides of an adopted road segment (right-of-way), including bus stops. This program creates a partnership of citizens and local government to promote civic pride and preserve our clean environment by eliminating roadside litter. Help improve the appearance of Montgomery County and decrease the amount of debris/trash that washes into the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries!

AAR members are required to perform clean-up efforts at their adopted road segment as needed with a minimum of six major cleanings per year (the equivalent of ever other month) and to report these cleanings to the Community Outreach office. Cleanings are scheduled by the individual or group leader at their convenience.  There is no time limit on how long a road segment can be adopted.  Retire at any time by notifying the Community Outreach office in writing.

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Eligible adopters include civic and non-profit organizations, school and scout groups, commercial and private enterprises, families, and individuals.

Once an application is submitted, the approval process will take up to 2 weeks. A letter will be mailed regarding its approval or denial.  Once approved it will take 6-8 weeks for AAR signs to be installed.  

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If you have additional questions that are not listed, please contact the Community Outreach office.

Rustic roads have been classified as rural by legislation. These roads are narrow, low volume roads intended primarily for local, agricultural use, as designated by the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). This classification restricts the type of maintenance that can be performed on these roads so that the rural character can be maintained. View a map of Rustic roads in Montgomery County.