Tier 1 (Custodial) 

• Trash Pickup • Graffiti/Gum Removal • Minor maintenance 

Tier 2 (Beautification) 

• Painting • Landscape Planting • Minor Improvements

Tier 3 Donations

• Donations such as windscreens, ballfield bases, nets, dog agility courses, etc.

The City of Perris Community Services Department will work with the adopting group ("Adopter") to determine the specific park to be adopted and eligible activities or donations. The main focus of the program is park maintenance, beautification, and improvement. All projects must be pre-approved by the City prior to any work being undertaken. This approval process includes donations of items, supplies, plants, and labor. 

The Adopter will sign an indemnify and hold harmless agreement, which is part of the Application to Adopt-A-Park. The term of the Park Adoption will be January-December of each year, unless otherwise agreed. Adopter must request a renewal extension by December 1st of each year for the following year. 

If in the sole judgment of the Department, it is found that the Adopter is not meeting the terms and conditions of the agreement, the Department may terminate the agreement and remove Park Adoption signs.

• Adopter leaders must be at least 18 years of age and will be required to attend an orientation led by the Community Services Department Staff prior to performing work in the adopted areas. 
• Cleanup/maintenance will be done by members of the adopting organization. 
• Cleanup/maintenance will be scheduled and performed at the mutual agreement of the Departments and the individuals or organization, for a designated period of time. All work shall be performed during daylight hours. 
• Minimum service of once a month is recommended. Cleanup may be performed more often it if is determined that the park or facility is in need of additional improvements. 
• Adopted parks will be assigned on a first-come, first served basis. 
• Adoption by one organization does not preclude adoption of another area of the same park or donation to the same park from another organization. 
• Adopters must comply with all safety requirements. 
• Adopters can be issued a special event permit no more than twice a calendar year at adopted site for approved events

The Adopter will be responsible for:  

• Completing and submitting an Application to Adopt-A-Park for approval 
• Obtaining the required supplies and materials from the department during regular business hours (8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.), Monday-Friday 
• Keeping track of the number of volunteer hours performed and submitting this information to the Department monthly
• Insuring youth participants are furnished with adequate adult supervision (minimum 1 adult to 8 children)
• Placing filled trash bags near existing trash containers for pick up and disposal by the Department
• Returning unused materials and supplies furnished by the Department within one (1) week following clean up, unless other arrangements have been made; and 
• Notifying the Community Services Department of items, equipment or grounds in need of attention or repair, especially when a safety concern exists

The City will be responsible for: 

• Meeting with the Adopter (or its representatives) at the adopted park site at the start of the sponsoring period to discuss cleanup and maintenance priorities and to provide general guidance. 
• Supplying certain materials and equipment when necessary (e.g., trash bags, paint supplies, flowers, mulch, etc.) NOTE: Adopters are encouraged to provide their own tools when possible 
• Assisting the Adopter with planting of trees and shrubs and provide technical help when requested 
• Supporting the efforts of the Adopter to keep the park clean and well maintained 
• Working together with the Adopter for the betterment of the park 
• Erecting a sign with the Adopter's name, acronym and/or logo displayed 
• Providing volunteer logs 
• Removing filled trash bags from the premises and removing large, heavy, or hazardous items when found in a park 
• Following up on necessary repairs as reported by the Adopter

We value your safety. Adult group leaders will be required to attend an orientation led by the Community Services Department and will then be responsible for conducting a safety briefing for all participants prior to a cleanup. Participants and/or parents bear individual responsibility for personal safety and appropriate behavior in the park. Each participant must complete the General Waiver of Liability Form. 

Adopting organizations will work without direct City of Perris supervision. One adult supervisor (aged 18 or older) must be present for every eight minors. 

Adoptable areas will be selected for safety and appropriateness for the participants. We urge you to remember: 

• The program depends upon the common sense and responsibility of individual participants. 
• For the protection of our participants, the use of any power tools such as mowers, tractors or chain saws will not be permitted.

• Wear comfortable clothes and closed-toed shoes 
• Wear gloves 
• Secure all bagged trash (placing filled trash bags in/near existing trash containers for disposal) 
• Be aware of traffic and remain alert to your surroundings at all times 
• Do not pick up broken glass or sharp objects without adult supervision 
• Do not touch anything that may be toxic/hazardous i.e. oil, paint, gasoline, etc. 
• Report all suspected toxic/hazardous materials to the Public Works Department

• Garbage bags • Leather gloves • Shovels 

• Rakes • Brooms • Trash grabbers 

A representative of an interested group should apply online at CityofPerris.org/departments/community-services/adopt-a-park. The Adopter must complete the Adopt-A-Park application and return it to the Community Services Department. When possible, the Adopter should identify two alternate parks in case their first choice is not available. Once the application has been approved, a City representative will contact the applicant to finalize the adoption.

A list of eligible parks can be provided upon request. In addition to the City parks, any trail section on the parks page is eligible for adoption. Other green spaces not listed may also be available, pending approval from the Community Services Department.