Parks, Recreation, and Land Preservation
Ada's Department of Parks & Recreation offers:
- Parks and Open Spaces to explore
- Trail Systems to hike, bike and paddle
- Recreation Programs for all ages
- Softball registrations, schedule and stats
- Facility Rentals for public and private events
- Ways to Get Involved with the parks
Check here for Park Rules and Regulations
Park Maintenance position
Position Opening - Park Maintenance
Ada Township Parks is seeking a qualified individual for a Park Maintenance position. Responsibilities include year-round maintenance and custodial care of park properties, buildings, trails, equipment, recreational amenities and visitor services. Schedule includes weekdays plus some weekends, holidays and evenings. Requires working outdoors, various terrains, Michigan driver’s license and professional work ethic. Full time, paid hourly, $19.53 per hour, plus benefits.
The position description can be downloaded in pdf format at:
Position Description Park Maintenance
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to be received by email or hard copy no later than Monday, February 24, 2020 to:
George Haga, Township Supervisor
Ada Township
P.O. Box 370
Ada, MI 49301
Check out Winter Programs!
Ada parks offers recreation and education programs throughout the year! This season we our offering a cross country ski clinic, a nature ornament workshop, a youth day, and many more! Click here for our winter program flier to get a full list and details.
Updates:
Michigan DNR Recreation Grant Funds
Ada Township has submitted an application for a Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund grant from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. We are currently waiting to hear notice of acceptance. This grant would go towards updating Roselle Park, plans can be seen below.
Roselle Park Plan Enlargement Area/ Project Area
Millage Information
The Parks, Recreation and Land Preservation Program is supported in part with funds from the Ada Township Parks Millages and the Parks and Land Preservation Millage. In August 2016 Ada township residents voted "Yes" to renew and combine these two millages into one Parks, Recreation, and Land Preservation Program millage.
Parks, Recreation, and Land Preservation Plan 2017
Ada Township has adopted a new 5-year plan to guide its parks, recreation and land preservation program. Thanks to everyone who provided valuable input regarding our community's parks, trails, and recreation facilities. Check here for a copy of the 2017 Ada Township Parks, Recreation, and Land Preservation Plan.
Important Links:
Ada Township Parks Accessibility Assessment
Ada Township 2018 Recreation Needs Assessment – Final Report with Appendix.pdf