I Believe...in Beautifying my Neighborhood

2008 Contest

It is time once again for the City of Wilkes-Barre's annual contest, "I Believe... In Beautifying My Neighborhood". So, Wilkes-Barre residents, with the warmth and beauty of the summer upon us, take out your lawnmowers and shrub trimmers, roll up your sleeves, and show off your hard work to the City of Wilkes-Barre. It is your energy and involvement that makes the city a wonderful place to live, and we'd like to reward you for it!

How to enter:
During the months of July, August, and September, we're encouraging you, our committed citizens, to compete for the "Yard of the Month". In order to join the competition, pick up nomination forms at the Mayor's Office in Wilkes-Barre City Hall or at the Wilkes-Barre Fire Stations. You can also print out a nomination form by clicking the link below. Someone from the city will photograph your house prior to the judging.

Yard of the Month nomination form

Click here for Yard of the Month Winners for July 2008


Contest Rules:

Four monthly winners from around the city will be chosen by a committee judging the following criteria:

  • Overall appearance of yards
  • grass height
  • weeding
  • flower/shrub arrangements
  • edging


  • Overall appearance of the house
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  • clean
  • paint/siding
  • tidiness of property
  • tasteful decorations

  • Additionally, Main Hardware has graciously agreed to offer a
    10% discount off paint and paint supplies during the duration
    of the campaign. The coupons can be picked up during business
    hours 9:00 - 4:30 by Wilkes-Barre City residents at the Mayor's
    Office in Wilkes-Barre City Hall or at the Wilkes-Barre Fire Stations.

*Please note that home ownership is not a requirement for participation.

Winners will receive:

  • title of "Yard of the Month"
  • a proclamation and "Yard of the Month" sign to be presented by Mayor Thomas M. Leighton
  • recognition on the city's official website and in local media
  • a $50.00 gift certificate courtesy of one of the following local businesses:
    • Home Depot, located at 41 Spring Street
    • Main Hardware, located at 642 South Main Street
    • Walter's Hardware, located on corner of Coal Street and North Welles Street