Dearborn Parks

The City of Dearborn has 431.9 acres of public park land within a total of 43 parks.

Each park is categorized as either a mini-park, neighborhood park, or a community park, based on the classification system for local and regional recreation open space developed by the National Recreation and Parks Association.

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Mini-Parks

A mini-park is an area of specialized facilities that serve a concentration or limited population or specific group, such as tots or senior citizens. There are twenty parks within Dearborn that are classified as mini-parks. Their primary uses are passive recreation opportunities as, well as locations for citywide Summer Playground Programs where appropriate. Play equipment appropriate for preschoolers and young elementary school children is the focus at the mini- parks. The mini-parks also provide green space, shade trees, benches and tables.

• Akron-Lowrey Playlot Freda-Blesser Playlot
• Alber-Bingham Playlot Gary Playlot
• Arthur Basse Playlot Martha-Myrtle Playlot
• Ash-Raymond Playlot Morningside-Wyoming
• Canterbury Playlot Palmer-Jerome Playlot
• Carlysle-Ash Playlot Pine-Linden Playlot
• Carlysle-Raymond Playlot Riverdale Playlot
• Cherry Hill Playlot Rosalie-Hubbard Dr Playlot
• Columbia Playlot Tannahill Playlot
• Dearborn High Playlot Wyoming-Gould Playlot

Neighborhood Parks

A neighborhood park is an area for recreational activities such as field games, court games, crafts, playground apparatus areas, skating, picnicking, wading pools, walking, etc. The neighborhood parks serve as areas for the summer playground program and low-intensity programs such as youth baseball and mini-sports camps. It is designed to provide low intensity and passive recreation for the neighborhood population. The majorities of the parks are bordered by residential streets and neighborhoods and provide little to no area for off-street parking. Fourteen parks within Dearborn are classified as neighborhood parks.

• Anthony Playground Oxford Playground
• Argyle-Williamson Jr. Playground Penn-Vassar Playground
• Bennington Jr. Playground Prospect-Woodworth
• Edison Jr. Playground Summer Stephens Playground
• Elmhurst-Schemansky Playground Ten Eyck Playground
• Oak Jr. Playground Whitmore-Bolles Pool
• Owen-Geer Playground York Jr. Playground

Community Parks

Nine parks within Dearborn are classified as Community Parks due to their size, vast recreational opportunities, and/or the population for which they serve. These parks are relatively large in terms of acreage, have off-street parking and restrooms available. The Community Parks include activities similar to the neighborhood parks but also serve as the location for activities such as organized sports, which produce a relatively large volume of traffic and are competitive in nature, scheduled picnics and gatherings, which require staffing for set up and clean-up, and facilities such as community playscapes etc., which are expected to generate parking and restroom facility needs.

• Civic Center King Boring Field
• Crowley Playfield Lapeer Field
• Ford Field Levagood Playfield
• Ford Woods Playfield Walker Keilb (Porath)
• Hemlock Playfield

Hemlock & Lapeer Shelters

Please call 943.2350 for current rates.

The Shelters at Hemlock & Lapeer Parks are covered structures (80' x 50') capable of seating approximately 200 people. Attached are enclosed barrier-free men and women's bathrooms, an electrical outlet, (upon request), interior lighting for nighttime use and an electric water heater. The concrete slab alone measures 56' x 46' and will accommodate twenty-one 12' tables. The roof section of the shelter is made from attractive yellow pine.

Hemlock Park is located just north of Ford Road, east of Schaefer Avenue at Hemlock Street. Lapeer Park is located at Lapeer Road, east of Wyoming.

Shelters are available for use by any adult (21 or older) for any purpose approved by the Director of Recreation.

Resident - Resident Shelter rates apply to all Resident family, church and neighborhood groups and to Dearborn-based business or organizational groups.

Non-Resident - Non-Resident Shelter rates apply to all Non-Residents, all Non-Dearborn based family, church and neighborhood groups and to Non-Dearborn-based business or organizational groups, whether or not they are sponsored by a resident.

Deposit and rental fees are due 30 days prior to the date of use. Fees for reservations made less than 30 days before event are due at time of reservation.

In case of cancellation less than 30 days prior to usage, the rental fee will be forfeited. Cancellation beyond 30 days will involve a service charge of $10.00. The rental fee will not be refunded due to inclement weather. You will have the option of rescheduling your event date but it is dependent upon site availability. To reschedule an event you must bring your original permit to the Recreation Department within five (5) business days of your original reservation date. Upon final inspection of the picnic site by the Park Attendant, if the site is left in order, as described within, the deposit amount will be refunded in full and mailed to the permit holder within 2-6 weeks of the reservation date.

There shall be no sale of alcoholic beverages in any form, including pre-purchased tickets.

An "Alcoholic Beverage Permit" may be included in your rental agreement, if requested. There is no additional charge for the alcohol beverage permit.

Picnic tables are not to be moved.

Any miscellaneous request, such as using a large tent, moonwalk, band, DJ or dunk-tank in a picnic area, must be submitted in writing to the Recreation Department at least 30 days prior to the event. The use of a moonwalk or dunk-tank (if site permits) will be authorized only after the applicant furnishes proof of liability insurance for the specific date, time and location of the picnic with the City of Dearborn listed as "additionally insured." Additional fees may be assessed for electrical and water hook-ups.

Shelters are not to be used for parties involving the drinking of alcoholic beverages by minors (under age 21). This practice will not be tolerated, and along with the use of illegal drugs, disorderly conduct, revocation of any permit and retention of the deposit. All such incidents will be reported to the Dearborn Police Department.

The person signing the rental agreement must be in attendance during the hours specified and is responsible for all persons using the facility.

A park supervisor, park ranger or park attendant will be on hand to let you in, check you out and supervise the shelter use periodically during the rental period.

Softball/Baseball Diamond Permits - Beginning May 1, (depending on field conditions) picnic permit holders may petition for a softball/baseball field permit, allowing them sole use of a particular diamond during their picnic, by submitting a Softball/Baseball Field Permit Request form. The Sports Office will issue permits on a priority-of use basis. Some baseball/softball diamonds will not be available at certain times. Permits are available free of charge to resident family, youth and neighborhood groups, as well as, softball teams competing in either the Dearborn Recreation Department sponsored leagues or the YMCA leagues. All other groups are required to pay a $30 permit fee for each two-hour time block requested (maximum of four hours).

Swimming Pools - Shelter permits do not authorize the use of city swimming pools. Seasonal passes and daily entry fees are available for residents and non-residents. Proper swimming attire is required at all times. No refunds due to weather conditions, or pool closures.

The permit holder must appear in person with original permit to make any alterations to permit (date, time, area changes etc.) Nothing will be changed over the phone - NO EXCEPTIONS.

SOUND ORDINANCE 85-330 §10. 11-7-85 - No person shall operate or cause to be operated any source of loud or unusual noise in the park.

Agreements

The applicant agrees to pay the City of Dearborn for any damage to property caused by his/her group at the SHELTER, and further agrees to pay the City a sum not to exceed the deposit if the SHELTER is not left clean. Applicant also agrees that any cleanup and/or damage charges estimates by the Recreation Department shall be final.

Upon final inspection of the SHELTER by the Park Attendant, if the SHELTER is left clean and undamaged as described above, the deposit amount will be refunded in full within 2-6 weeks of the reservation date.

Release and Hold Harmless Agreement: The applicant agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the City of Dearborn from any and all claims, damages, loses or actions at law arising out of the dispensing of alcoholic beverages in connection with the use of the recreational facility by the applicant, guest or invites.

For Additional Information Please Call 943.2350

Hemlock Cabin

Hemlock Cabin is located just north of Ford Road, east of Schaefer Avenue at Hemlock Street.

Hemlock Cabin is available for use by any adult (21 or older) Dearborn resident for any purpose approved by the Director of Recreation.

Hemlock Cabin can seat approximately 40 people. During summer months a small picnic area with permanent picnic tables, located immediately in front of the cabin, is available for use by cabin guests. Hemlock Cabin consists of one large room 38' x 23' with a gas fireplace, small kitchen area and two restrooms. The following equipment is available for your use inside the building only: 10 card tables, 3 banquet tables, and 40 stacking chairs, kitchen sink with garbage disposal, and a refrigerator.

NOTE: There is no stove, oven or air conditioner.

Deposit and rental fees are due 30 days prior to the date of use. Full payment for reservations made less than 30 days before event is due when reservation is made. In case of cancellation less than 30 days prior to usage, the $100 deposit will be forfeited. Cancellation beyond 30 days will involve a service charge of $10.

The person signing the rental agreement must be in attendance during the hours specified and is responsible for all persons using the facility. A park attendant will be on hand to let you in, check you out and supervise the building use periodically during the rental period. There shall be no sale of alcoholic beverages in any form, including pre-purchased tickets.

An Alcoholic Beverage Permit may be included in your rental agreement, if requested. There is no additional charge for the alcoholic beverage permit. Hemlock Cabin is not to be used for parties involving the drinking of alcoholic beverages by minors (under the age of 21). This practice will not be tolerated, and along with the use of illegal drugs, disorderly conduct and excessive noise, will be grounds for immediate termination of the rental contract, revocation of any permit and retention of the deposit. All such incidents will be reported to the Dearborn Police Department.

The permit holder must appear in person to make any alterations to permit (date, time, area changes etc.) Nothing will be changed over the phone - NO EXCEPTIONS.

Ford Field Park Covered Shelter

The south shelter at Ford Field Park is a covered structure (40' x60') capable of seating approximately 125 people (ten 12' tables). The north shelter, located near the existing comfort station, is a covered structure (40' X 140') with a seating capacity of approximately 400 people (or forty 12' tables). Both shelters are equipped with electrical outlets, a drinking fountain, interior lighting for nighttime use and an electric water heater. The south end shelter possesses enclosed barrier-free men and women's bathrooms. The north shelter has no restrooms, however, there are restrooms available nearby in the comfort station.

Ford Field is located south of Cherry Hill between Monroe and Brady. Shelters are available for use by any adult (21 or older) for any purpose approved by the Director of Recreation.

Resident - Resident Shelter rates apply to all Resident family, church and neighborhood groups and to Dearborn-based business or organizational groups. Non-Resident - Non-Resident Shelter rates apply to all Non-Residents, all Non-Dearborn based family, church and neighborhood groups and to Non-Dearborn-based business or organizational groups, whether or not a resident sponsors them.

Deposit and rental fees are due 30 days prior to the date of use. Fees for reservations made less than 30 days before the event are due at time of reservation.

In case of cancellation less than 30 days prior to usage, the rental fee will be forfeited. Cancellation beyond 30 days will involve a service charge of $10.00. The rental fee will not be refunded due to inclement weather. You will have the option of rescheduling your event date but it is dependent upon site availability. To reschedule an event you must bring your original permit to the Recreation Department within (5) five business days of your original reservation date. Upon final inspection of the site by the Park Attendant, if the site is left in order, as described within, the deposit amount will be refunded in full and mailed to the permit holder within 2-6 weeks of the reservation date. There shall be no sale of alcoholic beverages in any form, including pre-purchased tickets. Picnic Tables are not to be moved.

An "Alcoholic Beverage Permit" may be included in your rental agreement, if requested. There is no additional charge for the alcohol beverage permit. Any miscellaneous request, such as using a large tent, moonwalk or dunk-tank band, DJ or dunk-tank in a picnic area, must be submitted in writing to the Recreation Department at least 30 days prior to the event. The use of a moonwalk or dunk-tank (if site permits) will be authorized only after the applicant furnishes proof of liability insurance for the specific date, time and location of the picnic with the Cityof Dearborn listed as "additionally insured." Additional fees may be assessed for electrical and water hook-ups.

Shelters and picnic areas are not to be used for parties involving the drinking of alcoholic beverages by minors (under age 21), use of illegal drugs, disorderly conduct. This practice will result in the immediate cancellation of the permit and the forfeit of all fees. All such incidents will be reported to the Dearborn Police Department.

The gate over the bridge will be locked at all times. There is no parking on the north side of park near the pavilion or comfort station. Automobiles will be ticketed. Equipment/Service drop off and pick-ups must be coordinated with a park supervisor, park ranger or park attendant.

The person signing the rental agreement must be in attendance during the hours specified and is responsible for all persons using the facility. A park supervisor, park ranger or attendant will be on hand to let you in, check you out and supervise the shelter use periodically during the rental period.

Softball Diamond Permits - Beginning May 1, (depending on field conditions) picnic permit holders may apply of a softball/baseball field permit, allowing them sole use of a particular diamond during their picnic, by submitting a Softball/Baseball Field Permit Request Form. The sports office will issue permits on a priority-of--use basis. Some baseball/softball diamonds will not be available at certain times. Permits are free to resident family, youth and neighborhood groups, as well as, softball teams competing in either the Dearborn recreation Department sponsored leagues or the local YMCA leagues. All other groups are required to pay a $30 permit fee per each two hour time block (4 hours maximum).

The permit holder must appear in person with original permit to make any alterations to permit (date, time, area changes etc.) Nothing will be changed over the phone - NO EXCEPTIONS.

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