Engaging and educating individuals in Sevier County to take greater responsibility for improving their community’s environment.
Keep Sevier Beautiful (KSB) was certified as an Affiliate of Keep America Beautiful on July 23, 2002. KSB is a not-for-profit 501 (c)(3) organization serving Sevier County, Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Pittman Center and Sevierville in East Tennessee.
KSB is led by a 15 member Board of Directors, with the daily operations carried out by the executive director. As an affiliate of Keep America Beautiful (KAB), KSB utilizes the KAB Behavior-Based System on litter prevention. The focus is on Prevention vs. Pickup. People must change their attitudes and practices in order to generate a long-term, lasting solution.
What is litter? It is misplaced solid waste.
Where does it come from?
Motorists (including boaters)
Pedestrians
Improperly containerized commercial dumpster
Improperly containerized household refuse
Loading/unloading docks and areas
Uncovered vehicles (during hauling)
Construction and demolition sites