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DRAFT <br />Adopt -a -Park General Guidelines and Regulations <br />Thank you for your commitment to keeping our parks and natural areas clean, beautiful, and <br />safe. To ensure a positive experience for all participants, please follow these guidelines: <br />Safety First <br />Always prioritize safety. Use gloves and appropriate tools when handling litter or plants. <br />Be aware of your surroundings, watch for wildlife, and avoid hazardous areas. <br />Notify the City immediately if you encounter unsafe conditions. <br />Respect the Environment <br />Remove litter and invasive species carefully without disturbing native habitats. <br />Near trails, only remove invasive trees less than 4 inches in diameter. <br />Near trails, do not kill invasive trees without fully removing them. <br />In remote areas, only remove invasives and trees that were not planted by City staff. <br />Dispose of collected trash and debris only in designated park dumpsters or collection points. <br />Proper Use of Tools and Equipment <br />Use tools and equipment safely and as intended. <br />Do not use power tools or heavy machinery unless given authorization to do so. <br />Public Use and Coordination <br />Adopted areas must be maintained for the benefit and enjoyment of the entire community <br />and may not be used for private purposes. Volunteers may not install landscaping, plantings, <br />structures, or other improvements without written approval from the City. The City reserves <br />the right to remove any unauthorized improvements. Adopters must coordinate with the <br />Parks and Recreation Department before beginning any projects to ensure alignment with <br />park maintenance plans. <br />Volunteer Conduct & Commitment <br />Ensure all volunteers sign a waiver prior to volunteering with your group. <br />Treat fellow volunteers, park visitors, and staff with kindness, respect, and courtesy. <br />Commit to regular maintenance schedules as agreed upon with the Parks and Recreation <br />Department to ensure consistent care of your adopted area. <br />Volunteer recruitment and coordination is the sole responsibility of the adopting group. <br />Ongoing Participation <br />Adopt -a -Park agreements require ongoing participation. If volunteer activities are not <br />completed and/or no communication is received within a 6-month period, the City may end <br />the agreement and return the park to City maintenance without notice. <br />Thank you for helping keep our parks welcoming and beautiful for everyone to enjoy. <br />