Tag SALEM PARKS
City plans transformation of Fairview Park starting in 2027
The Salem City Council on March 10 approved a plan to upgrade Fairview Park with a list of new amenities starting in 2027, including a dog park, gardens and a marketplace.
City plans decade-long transformation to restore Minto Island Conservation Area
The city of Salem wants public input on a draft plan to restore degraded wildlife habitats, add new trails and install lookout areas at the Minto Island Conservation Area.
Cougar confirmed at Minto-Brown Island Park
After several unconfirmed sightings since October, city staff this week confirmed the presence of a cougar in Minto-Brown Island Park using trail cameras. Parks staff advise using caution and avoiding the area at dusk, dawn and at night.
With his term ending, volunteer urges Salem residents to get involved in city boards, commissions
In his six years on the Salem Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, volunteer Dylan McDowell has helped guide city policy and get more people outside. As his last term comes to an end, he hopes to encourage more people to get involved in city processes.
City plans insecticide injections for ash trees to combat invasive insect found in Marion County
Emerald ash borers, an invasive insect, were detected in Marion County, prompting Salem to plan insecticide treatments. The Oregon Department of Agriculture announced a permanent quarantine for four counties in Oregon barring them from moving wood products that could be infested.
Salem’s parks ranger is passionate about eagles, getting kids outside
Ranger Mike Zieker is responsible for patrolling all 91 of Salem's parks, trails and natural areas. The lifelong outdoor enthusiast said it's the job he's always wanted to do.
Neighbors question public benefit, impact as Spec Keene Stadium plans advance
Willamette University and Salem Baseball LLC plan to bring a baseball league to the central Salem stadium. Some neighbors are asking the city to reconsider.
Salem’s parks host affordable summer camps, activities for all ages
The city is seeing low registration for its summer parks and recreation programs, which this year feature new pickleball, learning camps and tree climbing options at Silver Falls.
Budget committee seeks money to restore summer events in Salem parks
Salem budget committee members on Wednesday asked City Manager Keith Stahley to find about $75,000 to keep summer movies and concerts going this summer at Riverfront Park. The proposed budget cuts those events and turns off splash pads at city parks, except for Riverfront Park.