What does the name SOLV stand for?
In 1969, Governor Tom McCall and other community leaders saw the need for community action to address growing litter and vandalism problems in the state. They established an organization called Stop Oregon Litter and Vandalism, or SOLV. In recent years SOLV has expanded its focus. Today, SOLV is a non-profit organization that brings together government agencies, businesses and citizen volunteers in programs and projects that enhance the livability of Oregon. We have outgrown our acronym! Please refer to the organization simply as SOLV.
