Page last updated on March 28, 2024 at 11:10 am
The Park Ambassador program is an all-volunteer program that gives the public an opportunity to promote community stewardship and bridge the communication between the community and our Department. The Park Ambassador program sends a message that the community cares about its parks.
Through weekly visits to the park, Ambassadors document maintenance needs, report acts of vandalism, interact with park users, promote park safety and encourage an overall positive use of public space. The Ambassador position is a minimum two-year commitment and requires volunteers to attend an Ambassador Orientation prior to participation in the program.
Objectives for the Park Ambassador program are to bridge the line of communication between the community and Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department; assist Bloomington Parks and Recreation with the general maintenance and upkeep of parks through close observation which will enhance safety for park visitors while, at the same time, provide a presence to deter crime and vandalism; encourage the community to take a proactive approach in maintaining the integrity and intended use of parks and green space.
We are currently accepting applications for Park Ambassadors! Two-year service term begins May 1, 2024 and runs through April 30, 2026. Those interested in becoming a Park Ambassador may begin the application process by filling out a volunteer service profile at the green button below, or by contacting our Volunteer Coordinator at parksvol@bloomington.in.gov.
Once trained, volunteers are expected to:
- visit park at least once per week to assess the overall condition
- report unusual or suspicious activity taking place in the park
- complete the Observation Report on park condition and park activity once per month and submit it to the program supervisor
- organize one park beautification workday and schedule with volunteer coordinator a minimum of once per year
City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation will:
- orient individuals and/or groups to the Park Ambassador program
- keep Ambassadors informed of park projects or activities taking place in adopted park
- provide maintenance tools and arrange for the use of maintenance equipment during scheduled beautification days
- recognize Ambassadors on web page
| Park | Ambassador |
|---|---|
| Broadview Park | OPEN |
| Bryan Park | OPEN |
| Building Trades Park | Daniel Muller |
| Butler Park | OPEN |
| Lower Cascades Park | OPEN |
| Olcott Park | OPEN |
| Park Ridge Park | John Metzcar |
| RCA Community Park | Vicky Pollitt |
| Switchyard Dog Park | OPEN |
| Winslow Woods Park | Stephen Bailey |