How?

It’s simple:

1. Select the watershed that you are interested in using the map above. Click on the watershed name below the map to launch a KML file in Google Maps.  Adoptable creek sections are highlighted in blue.  Select the stretch of creek you would like to adopt by clicking once on creek section to view popup information. Note the creek name and section label of your selection.   It is important to note the adoption status of your choice. Please list the creek name and section number as well as its starting and ending points on your adoption application. 2.  Fill out an Adopt-A-Creek application with your group’s pertinent information. 

2. Complete a Right of Entry/Hold Harmless Agreement  for the Adopt-A-Creek Program. This document must be signed by an authorized representative of your organization and mailed directly to:  

Roseville Adopt-A-Creek Program
2005 Hilltop Circle
Roseville, CA 95747

3. An Adopt-A-Creek staff member will review and finalize your creek adoption. You will be notified upon approval of your application.

4. Your group may select projects dates and times that are convenient for you. All projects must be approved by an Adopt-A-Creek representative prior to beginning work.

5. Please review the volunteer job description for a Roseville Creek and Open Space Cleanup Helper  with your volunteers prior to beginning work.

Please contact us by email at stormwater@roseville.ca.us or call (916) 774-5751 if you have any questions or concerns regarding the Adopt-A-Creek program. 

Program Details  

Adoption is granted for 1 year and must be renewed prior to the expiration date. Participating groups will be required to complete a minimum of two improvement projects per year. All projects must be reviewed by Adopt-A-Creek staff to ensure feasibility. Currently projects may include trash pickup and invasive plant removal. However, if more complex projects such as tree planting or creek restoration are proposed, additional review and oversight by City Staff or other state and federal agencies may be required. Adopting parties must give notice to the Adopt-A-Creek program a minimum of 10 days prior to commencement of work. 

We look forward to working with your organization to improve Roseville creeks and open space. We hope this experience will be meaningful to you and your membership. The City certainly appreciates your involvement and commitment to our creeks.