Parks & Recreation

Andrew Sarpolis, of Royal Oak, looks at the planned space for the new downtown park after participating in a visual preference survey at Royal Oak Middle School Nov. 3. The park will be located where the City Hall and the Police Department currently stand.

Published January 16, 2019

Community engagement for downtown park complete

ROYAL OAK — The city of Royal Oak is ready to request proposals for a landscape architect to design a 2-acre downtown park where the current City Hall and Police Department now stand.

Troy resident Annette Johnson jogs on the Troy Trail Dec. 20.

Published January 9, 2019

Troy Times

Neighbors detour trails and pathways plan in Troy

TROY — Troy’s trails and pathways plan will take a different turn after residents along the proposed route told city staff they don’t want the path to go through their neighborhood.

Published January 4, 2019

West Bloomfield Beacon

WB Parks Commission has year-round offerings

WEST BLOOMFIELD — The West Bloomfield Parks and Recreation Commission has a tagline on its 2019 winter guide: “The Nature of Community.”

From left, Fraser City Councilman Michael Lesich, Fraser Parks and Recreation Director Christina Woods and parks and rec member Laura Lesich accept the 2018 Community Excellence Award on Sept. 22 in Grand Rapids.

Published December 21, 2018

Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Fraser’s barrier-free park honored with statewide award

FRASER — Fraser City Councilman Michael Lesich said that support from the city and its volunteer residents was a “key driver” in turning McKinley Barrier-Free Park from a dream concept 12 years ago into reality.

Published December 21, 2018

Rochester Post

Bloomer Park welcomes new senior-focused activity area, thanks to AARP grant

ROCHESTER HILLS — The city of Rochester Hills recently opened its first multigenerational activity area, located inside Bloomer Park.

Geary Park improvements to the tune of $250,000 were approved by the Ferndale City Council Dec. 17. Some of those improvements include a walking path, outdoor fitness equipment, landscaping updates and a basketball court.

Published December 20, 2018

Woodward Talk

Ferndale OKs Geary Park improvements and budget

FERNDALE — A master concept plan for Geary Park improvements and its budget were approved 4-0 by the Ferndale City Council at its Dec. 17 meeting.

Published December 18, 2018

Rochester Post

OAKLAND TOWNSHIP — A $228,400 grant is slated to fund improvements to Paint Creek Junction Park, located on Orion Road, between Adams and Clarkston roads.

Published December 17, 2018

Shelby - Utica News

Trail users might be able to make a fit stop in Utica, if plan advances

UTICA — Ever wanted to get a quick workout in on the way to or from work, or just during some free time? A new way to do so might be possible in Utica soon.

Published December 5, 2018

Rochester Post

Paint Creek Trail welcomes new trail manager

ROCHESTER/ROCHESTER HILLS/OAKLAND TOWNSHIP — There’s a new face behind the Paint Creek Trail. The Paint Creek Trailways Commission unanimously voted to hire Melissa Ford as the trail’s new manager.

Published November 30, 2018

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

St. Clair Shores approves parks and recreation master plan

ST. CLAIR SHORES — Despite qualms about some plans contained in the document, the St. Clair Shores City Council approved the five-year parks and recreation master plan.

Warren Parks and Recreation Director Henry Bowman was hired by the city in 2004. He said he’s leaving Warren to continue his career with the city of St. Clair Shores.

Published November 30, 2018

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

New St. Clair Shores parks and recreation director coming from Warren

ST. CLAIR SHORES — The parks and recreation director for the city of Warren for the past 14 years will take the helm of the St. Clair Shores Parks and Recreation Department this month.

Published November 26, 2018

Shelby - Utica News

Burgess-Shadbush Nature Center dedicates sign to honor its namesake

SHELBY TOWNSHIP — A new, colorful sign has emerged at the entrance to River Bends Park, where the Burgess-Shadbush Nature Center, 4101 River Bends Drive, is located.

Published November 21, 2018

Madison - Park News

Hazel Park receives grant to renovate Scout Park

HAZEL PARK — City officials in Hazel Park are buzzing with excitement over a $350,000 grant awarded to the community by the Sutar-Sutaruk-Meyer Foundation, which will be used to completely overhaul Scout Park.

Published November 16, 2018

Rochester Post

Gobble Shoot to celebrate archery at Marsh View Park

OAKLAND TOWNSHIP — Archery novices are invited to the Gobble Shoot at Marsh View Park Nov. 24.

Published October 31, 2018

Woodward Talk

Ferndale council approves budget, concept plan for Wanda Park improvements

FERNDALE — The renovation of Wanda Park, at Wanda and East Hazelhurst streets, is moving along after the Ferndale City Council approved a master plan concept and phase 1 budget. The council unanimously approved the concept and budget at its Oct.Read More

Published October 29, 2018

Shelby - Utica News

Utica Downtown Development Authority to support park improvements

UTICA — The Utica Downtown Development Authority unanimously voted to approve the allocation of $5,000 to the parks and recreation fund to support improvements to Grant Park, which is located on Hahn Street.

Published October 12, 2018

Advertiser Times

Salter Park in Harper Woods to allow dogs

HARPER WOODS — Salter Park in Harper Woods is going to the dogs.

Tom Wolfe, left, of Sterling Heights, and Frank Muschong, of Sterling Heights, tee off at Sylvan Glen Golf Course Oct. 5.

Published October 9, 2018

Troy Times

City: Billy Casper Golf is on par

TROY — Billy Casper Golf will continue to manage the two city-owned golf courses after the Troy City Council unanimously approved a five-year contract with options for two five-year renewals at its Sept. 24 meeting.

Published October 2, 2018

Royal Oak Review

New play equipment coming to Realtor Park in Royal Oak

ROYAL OAK — Thanks to a local association of Realtors, Realtor Park, off North Main Street at East Sunnybrook Drive, will receive new play equipment, six benches, two picnic tables and other upgrades this month.

Published October 2, 2018

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

RARE to host 40th annual Big Bird Run

ROSEVILLE — The Recreational Authority of Roseville and Eastpointe is inviting members of the community to lace up their running shoes and join it for its 40th annual Big Bird Run Nov. 11.