Get Adopt A Spot Application Packet - City Of Oakland

The Adopt A Spot program in Oakland offers individuals and groups a chance to engage in volunteer work by adopting and maintaining public spaces. This guide provides step-by-step instructions for completing the Adopt A Spot Application Packet online, ensuring a clear and supportive process for all users.

Follow the steps to successfully complete the application

1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to access the application packet. This will allow you to open the necessary documents for completion.
2. Carefully review all sections of the Oakland Adopt a Spot Request and Agreement form, the Volunteer Waiver and Release of Liability, and the Volunteer Guidelines to understand the commitments and responsibilities involved.
3. Fill out the Oakland Adopt a Spot Request and Agreement form. Ensure you provide your name or group name, primary contact person, address, email, and phone number accurately.
4. Indicate the type of spot you intend to adopt by checking the relevant box, such as park, creek, median strip, or other specified areas.
5. Provide the location of your spot, specifying the nearest intersection or address.
6. Estimate how often you plan to perform cleaning or beautification activities by selecting from the provided frequency options.
7. Describe the volunteer activities you plan to undertake. Check all applicable boxes for tasks such as litter pickup, weeding, or graffiti removal, and provide additional details about your scope of work.
8. Estimate the average number of volunteers who will work at the site at any given time.
9. Indicate which days of the week you plan to work and specify the time of day.
10. Decide whether you would like help in recruiting additional volunteers by allowing your contact information to be listed in the Public Works Monthly Calendar of Volunteer Events.
11. Sign the form and the Volunteer Waiver and Release of Liability, and ensure that your fellow volunteers do the same. Return the signed documents as directed.
12. Finally, once the documents are reviewed and approved by Public Works, save changes, download, print, or share the completed forms as needed.

Complete your Adopt A Spot Application Packet online and contribute to the beautification of Oakland today!