Procedures for Adopting a Park

Adoptable Parks and Open Spaces


Christina Creek ( Barksdale Road to Church Road)
Christina Creek (Elkton Road to Barksdale Road)
Coleman Park
Coverdale Park
Devon Park 
Douglas D Alley Park
Edna C. Dickey Park 
Elan Park 
George Wilson Park 
Iron Glen Park
Karpinski Park
 Kershaw Park
Leroy C. Hill Park
McKees Park
Newark Reservoir
Open Space Behind Park Place Apartments
Rahway Park
Redd Park
Ridgewood Glen Park
Rittenhouse Park
Stafford Park 
White Chapel Park

Steps to Take to Adopt a Park


  1. Complete the basic information form with information about your group and the area or areas that you would like to adopt.
  2. Complete the appropriate adult and youth waiver and release forms for all individuals that may be participating in the monthly clean ups.
  3. Read the Conditions Required to Adopt a Park and Safety and Precautions.
  4. Turn all three forms in to Chrissy Halubinka in the Park & Recreation Department at 220 South Main Street, Newark, DE 19711 during normal business hours.
  5. You will be contacted and informed of your acceptance into the program and notified about your adopted park.
  6. A walk through of the park will be scheduled with the Parks Superintendent and you will be given bags to get started.

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