Tool Trailer Program

The Tool Trailer program provides Commerce City residents with free access to yard and gardening tools. We are dedicated to supporting residents maintaining their properties and helping others do the same. This program offers two opportunities to use tools in our Tool Trailer program.

Yard Cleanup: Commerce City residents can check out individual tools to clean up their yard or help a neighbor.

Neighborhood Cleanup: A group of Commerce City residents can check out a Tool Trailer full of yard and gardening tools for a larger neighborhood cleanup.

• Event/yard cleanup effort must be in Commerce City, Colorado.
• Neighborhood event/yard cleanup effort must have a designated Cleanup Coordinator.
• Equipment or Tool Trailer can be used for up to 3 days.

The individual who submits the Tool Trailer Application is considered the “Participant”, and, as such, agrees to the following responsibilities:

• The Participant will ensure that the Commerce City Tool Trailer items are secured when not being used, and that all items will be returned on the scheduled return date.
• The Participant will provide a phone number for coordination of Tool Trailer tool pickup and return, and commits to being present and on time for pickup and return dates/times. A photo ID is required to verify pickup/return on the initial checklist.
• The Participant will notify Commerce City Staff of all items identified on the equipment list that are broken, not returned, or not working for any reason on/before the return date (by email to tooltrailer@c3gov.com).
• The Participant will complete and submit/return the application form 3 days prior to the event.
• The Participant commits to storing Commerce City Tool Trailer items in a covered and locked location on their property.
• The Participant will ensure no one under the age of 18 will use any of the power equipment.

• The Coordinator will ensure that the Commerce City Tool Trailer is locked and secured when not being used, and that all items will be returned on scheduled return date.
• The Coordinator will ensure the secure and proper parking location of the Tool Trailer at the project area. This must be on private property (with owner’s approval) and not on the street.
• The Coordinator will provide a phone number for coordination of Tool Trailer delivery and pickup, and commits to being present and on time for delivery and pickup dates/times. A photo ID is required so the driver can verify delivery/pickup on the initial checklist.
• The Coordinator will notify Commerce City Staff of all items identified on the equipment list that are broken, not returned, or not working for any reason on/before the pickup date (by email to tooltrailer@c3gov.com).
• The Coordinator will recruit a minimum of five (5) volunteers.
• The Coordinator will complete and submit/return the application form 2 weeks prior to the event. The Coordinator will ensure that each volunteer completes a participant waiver and responsibilities form, that must be submitted following the event.
• The Coordinator will ensure no one under the age of 18 will use any of the power equipment provided.
• The Coordinator will confirm equipment inventory prior to receipt of the Tool Trailer, and upon the return of the Tool Trailer to Commerce City Staff.
• The Coordinator will ensure that all trash is removed from the supplied garbage cans and the Tool Trailer at the end of the event.
• The Coordinator will ensure the Tool Trailer and all its contents are returned in good working order and will report missing/broken items and any items not returned in the condition they were received (by email to tooltrailer@c3gov.com).
• The Coordinator agrees to complete and submit the Post Cleanup Survey within fourteen (14) days of the completed project. Post Cleanup Survey forms are accessible on the Tool Trailer website.

Tool Trailer Program Schedule
May - October

Individual tool reservations may take three (3) days to process. Timeframe for pickup and return of tools - Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Tool Trailer reservations may take up to two (2) weeks to process. The Tool Trailer may be available for weekend use, depending on schedule/status – if available during the weekend, the trailer will be delivered on Friday afternoon (before 3p.m.) and pickup on Monday after 10 a.m.

Individual Tool Reservations

• Make sure you provide a phone number so the driver can call you, if needed.
• Please be on time when receiving and returning the equipment/trailer.
• We do not have the ability to deliver or pick-up the tools on the weekend or holidays.
• If possible, please submit before and after pictures of the area being cleaned and/or completed project.
• Use your best judgement and be safe. Watch out for all participants.
• Call local law enforcement if something looks dangerous or suspicious.
• Please try to recycle during your yard cleanup.
• Do not forget to properly remove or dispose of trash and debris. Commerce City Staff assumes no responsibilities for removal of trash/debris.
• Remember to stay hydrated and wear sunscreen.
• Have Fun!

Tool Trailer Reservations

• The Tool Trailer is approximately 16 feet long. Please plan for this when parking/storing the shed. Coordinators need to ensure that the Tool Trailer is stored on private property (with owner’s approval) and not on the street.
• Get together as many volunteers as you can. A minimum of five (5) volunteers is required if you are renting the entire Tool Shed for a neighborhood cleanup.
• Make sure you provide a phone number so the driver can call you if needed.
• Please be on time when receiving and returning the Tool Trailer and have a photo ID on hand.
• We do not have the ability to deliver or pick up the Tool Trailer on weekends or holidays.
• Please submit before and after pictures of the area/neighborhood being cleaned and/or of the completed project. We would like pictures of your crew, as well.
• Use your best judgement and be safe. Watch out for all participants.
• Call local law enforcement if something looks dangerous or suspicious.
• Please try to recycle during the event.
• Do not forget to properly remove or dispose of trash and debris. Commerce City Staff assumes no responsibilities for removal of trash/debris.
• Keep yourself and your crew hydrated, and please use sunscreen!
• After your event, remember to submit the Post Cleanup Survey to the Commerce City Tool Trailer online
• Have Fun!

• Reservation form, Waivers & Responsibilities form, and Indemnification form must be submitted ahead of time.
• Make note of the due dates listed on the reservation. If any of them are a problem, please reach out to the Commerce City Staff by sending an email to tooltrailer@c3gov.com or call 303-227-8784 prior to the date, and we will work with you to find a date that works.
• Cleanup Coordinator: (Must be present for Tool Trailer drop off and pickup)
• Remember to have your photo ID with you, so the driver can initial the checklist for both delivery and pickup.
• The participant waiver form must be printed out and signed by all participants at your event. These must be submitted on or before Tool Trailer pickup date.
• Submit Post Cleanup Survey.

For questions or concerns, please send an email to: tooltrailer@c3gov.com or call 303-227-8784.