Volunteer
Application
Review and fill out the Adopt-a-Park Application (PDF) or Adopt-a-Trail Program Application (PDF).
Orientation Meeting
The City's Community Programs Coordinator will contact the primary contact, as a listed on the application form, to schedule the orientation meeting.
Scheduling
Volunteer work sessions must be scheduled with the Parks and Recreation Department. Group volunteer work sessions require a fourteen day notice and individual volunteer work sessions require a seven day notice. Organizations shall designate a representative who will be responsible for scheduling the volunteer work sessions with the Parks and Recreation Department at 479-464-PARK, extension 1.
Record Keeping
It is essential that an up-to-date record is maintained of volunteer information for inclusion in the annual Volunteer Community of the Year award. Using the Volunteer Time Log, please track the number of volunteers, the amount of time served and the activity or activities performed. Send the form to the Parks and Recreation Department within twenty-four hours after the volunteer work session.
Safety & Personal Protective Equipment
Depending on jobs performed, safety equipment such as gloves, sturdy shoes, earplugs, close-toed shoes, sun hats, bug spray, or sunscreen may be appropriate. The City will provide certain materials. This will be discussed during the orientation meeting.
How to Sign-Up
- Print and complete the Adopt-A-Park / Trail Program Application (PDF)
- Read, print and sign the Adopt-A-Park / Trail Program Agreement (PDF)
- Mail, Fax or Email the forms to:
Angel Stuler
215 SW A St.
Bentonville, AR 72712
Email
Fax: 479-271-5970
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Tracy Acosta
Administrative Assistant
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Parks & Recreation
Physical Address
215 SW A Street
Bentonville, AR 72712
Phone: 479-464-7275