Adopt A Park Partnership Goals and Objectives

Park Department / City of Moline Responsibilities

The Adopt A Park Program has been established by the Moline City Council and the Moline Parks Department for the purpose of developing quality parks through partnerships with the citizens of Moline. All partnerships have shared responsibilities. A sample of the suggested responsibilities of the City and the program participants are outlined below.

1. Schedule and Facilitate Meetings
   Public Works conference rooms and the Garden Center are both available to schedule meetings.
2. Aid in Development of Formal Annual Park Plans
   Parks Operations Manager and Municipal Services General Manager are available to assist specific park plan development.
3. Provide Technical and Administrative Assistance
   The City of Moline has Engineers, Electricians, Plumbers, Equipment Operators, Public Relations and Administrative support available to Park Operations staff for larger project
4. Provide Horticultural Assistance
   City staff is available to advise as to appropriate plant species for planting, bed design, care of trees and scrubs, when to prune, fertilizer application, etc.
5. Provide Low Level Maintenance Materials
   The City has available resources for paint, paintbrushes, hand tools, trash bags, sand and other low-level maintenance items upon request.
6. Coordination of Staff and Equipment
   City staff will coordinate employees and equipment for larger projects after the projects have been reviewed and approved.

Adopt A Park Sponsor Responsibilities

1. Organize and Schedule Low Level Park Clean Ups
   Suggestions: pick up trash or papers from trails, and rake leaves from fence corners.
2. Submit an Adopted Park Plan
   Submit a plan for improvements to your park by the end of February each year for City staff approval and coordination.
3. Plan Low Level Maintenance Projects to Partner With City Employees
   Graffiti removal, paint park equipment, prune and plant flowers and bushes, trim low branches, spread sand in playground areas.
4. Adhere to Basic Safety Guidelines and Procedures
   Utilize basic safety equipment when necessary (i.e. safety glasses, gloves).
5. Make Suggestions and Recommendations for Park Improvements
   Look for new uses and attractions to bring more people into your park. Seek funds; seek corporate partnerships, grants, Hold fundraisers for major park improvements.

Please contact us to learn more about adopting a park.

City of Moline Adopt A Park Contacts: Laura Duran, Moline Park Office, 524-5420; Rodd Schick, Park Operations Manager, 524-2410, Doug House, Municipal Services General Manager, 524-2401