Adopt-A-Park

The city of Detroit is encouraging residents, block clubs, community organizations and companies to consider adopting a park.

One…the Delores Bennett Playground at Smith and Beaubien on the city’s North End, has been adopted by Lakeshore Engineering.

Adopt-A-Park program highlights:

-The program provides opportunities for groups and organizations to participate in revitalizing the city.

-Citizens and community organizations commit to maintain their site for 12 months at a time

-All participants sign a volunteer agreement outlining their responsibilities.

-The Recreation Department will provide signs indicating the individuals or organizations that have adopted the location.

-Assistance will be provided by the Adopt-A-Park Coordinator.

For more information, call (313) 530-5164