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ADOPT-A-PARK Herschel Workman, Public Works Director February 18, 2025 WHAT IS THE ADOPT-A-PARK PROGRAM? Adopt-a-Park WHAT IS THE ADOPT-A-PARK PROGRAM? •Local organizations, businesses, and residents “adopt” a park •Volunteers commit time and resources for park care and maintenance •Focus on keeping parks clean, safe, and well-maintained Adopt-a-Park EXAMPLES OF POSSIBLE VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES • Rake Leaves • Paint benches and tables • Spread mulch • Remove weeds and invasive plants • Remove graffiti • Clean playgrounds • Pick up litter • Paint backboards and fences ADOPT-A-PARK MISSION To promote the safe, enjoyable, and responsible use of our parks, one park at a time, now and for the future. Adopt-a-Park GOALS AND BENEFITS OF THE PROGRAM •Enhance the quality of public parks •Foster community ownership and pride •Reduce costs of park maintenance for the Town •Increase community engagement and volunteerism Adopt-a-Park NEXT STEPS • Parks & Trails Advisory Committee voted on December 11, 2024, and approved the recommendation • Town Council is asked to approve the program • Any updates or future changes will be reviewed and approved by the Advisory Committee Adopt-a-Park QUESTIONS