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COVID-19
This summer, the Governor lifted the Stay at Home Order.  In addition to this announcement, both the Governor and Wayne County rescinded their orders on pool openings.  As a result, the City’s Department of Parks and Recreation began a return to more normal operations.  City Staff is checking park passes, but the Park Office remains closed to the public.

With limitations set on group gatherings, Neff Park group permits will not be accepted this season.  However, the City's Parks and Recreation Department is accepting rental requests for the Neff Park boat club and pavilion.  Rental request forms can be obtained from the City's website.   Please call the park office for facility availability.  The playground and walking paths at Neff Park are open, but the pool, marina, and bathrooms are closed for the season.  The platform tennis courts and tot lot at Elworthy Field are open, but the regular tennis courts are closed for the season.

Due to COVID-19 precautions, we ask that you follow these guidelines while visiting the City's parks and recreation facilities:

1. Avoid close contact with people by maintaining 6 feet of distance between yourself and from others not in your immediate family.
2. Cover your mouth and nose with a mask when around others.
3. Boaters should only be utilizing their boat with their immediate family or family residing in the same house.
4. Residents should be aware of Neff Park's closing time and exit by 11 p.m.

For additional information and facts on the virus, visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website.

We appreciate your cooperation during these unprecedented times.  Stay safe and stay well.

                                               
NEFF PARK HOURS
Neff Park is open daily from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
The park restrooms are closed for the season


NEFF PARK POOL IS CLOSED FOR THE SEASON

Neff Park Pool closed Labor Day (Monday, September 7, 2020). 

NEFF PARK MARINA UPDATE
The City's Neff Park Marina opened Friday May 1.  The kayak launch is also available for use.  Park gates open daily at 6 a.m. and close at 11 p.m.

Due to COVID-19 precautions, please follow these guidelines while using the Neff Park Marina:

• All boaters must follow the CDC and Governor’s Order regarding social distancing which requires maintaining a 6-foot distance from others not in your immediate family.
• Boaters should only be utilizing their boat with their immediate family or family residing in the same house.
• Boaters should be aware of closing time and exit the park before 11 p.m.
• Neff Park restrooms are open daily from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.

ELWORTHY FIELD

The tot lot and platform tennis courts are open.
The tennis courts, soccer field, and ball diamonds are closed for the season.

PARK PASSES

To better serve our residents, the Parks and Recreation Department will be transitioning to a new database for park passes. In order to allow for a smooth transition, we will be taking a break from making park passes for the month of December. If you are a new resident and wish to get your park pass, please contact us (313.343.5257)  in January to set up an appointment. Have a wonderful Holiday Season! 

Park passes can be issued to individuals over the age of 10 residing within the City of Grosse Pointe. The passes are photo IDs which can be renewed annually by completing the Emergency Response Form which is mailed to households each year in early April.