Community Groups Adopt Local Parks

Three groups have adopted parks and facilities through the city’s new Adopt-A-Park Program.

Girl Scout Troop 8894 adopted Willow Springs Park and will help with litter and general clean up,

Girl Scout Troop 6154 adopted Scout Hut Facility and will paint the Centennial Seal and assist with miscellaneous building maintenance.

Sandburg Honor Society adopted and will work on general clean up, weeding, exercise and  track maintenance.

Program offers individuals, groups, organizations, and businesses the opportunity to take an active role in the beautification of the community and help support the City’s park system.

The program was initiated as an opportunity to continue to maintain local parks and facilities despite. It is also offered as an opportunity for schools, church groups, scouts, youth organizations, individuals or anyone willing to give a little bit of their time and energy to get involved with their community.

The city offers several ways to Adopt-A-Park:

Improvements Sponsorship - Project ideas include planting native plants, painting park facilities, litter removal, weed removal, creating a garden, and routine maintenance of a park or facility.

Donations Sponsorship – Donate park amenities or memorial items such as trees, benches, picnic tables, shade structures, barbeques and much more.

Major Projects Sponsorship – Cover the cost of a large scale project such as; new playground equipment, field lighting or turf just to name a few.

The Community Services Department welcome all ideas and suggestions.

For more information and forms: visit www.ci.glendora.ca.us. You can also call (626) 914-8228.