Absecon cops team up for field of dreams spring cleanup ahead of opening day
Absecon cops team up for Field of Dreams spring cleanup ahead of Opening Day

Absecon cops team up for Field of Dreams spring cleanup ahead of Opening Day

ABSECON, NJ — Officers from the Absecon Police Department joined Mayor Kimberly Marrone and community members in a spring cleanup event at the South Jersey Field of Dreams Complex, preparing the facility for its upcoming Opening Day, officials announced Tuesday.


Key Points

  • Absecon Police and Mayor Marrone participated in a spring cleanup at South Jersey Field of Dreams.
  • Officers spread mulch and performed landscaping ahead of Opening Day.
  • The effort highlights ongoing collaboration between the police and local community organizations.

Officers pitch in for Opening Day prep

Absecon cops team up for field of dreams spring cleanup ahead of opening day
Absecon cops team up for field of dreams spring cleanup ahead of opening day. Photo by absecon police department

Members of the department, including Lt. Krause, Sgt. Levin, D/Sgt. O’Connell, Det. Galletta, and Det. Southrey, spread mulch and helped beautify the complex as part of the annual pre-season maintenance. The South Jersey Field of Dreams provides recreational opportunities for individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

“This partnership has been a shining example of how working together can create positive impacts in our community,” the department said in a social media post following the event.

Longstanding community partnership

Absecon cops team up for field of dreams spring cleanup ahead of opening day
Absecon cops team up for field of dreams spring cleanup ahead of opening day. Photo by absecon police department.

The Absecon Police Department praised its ongoing relationship with the Field of Dreams organization, emphasizing the shared mission of creating “a safe, engaging and meaningful environment for everyone.”

The volunteer effort marks one of several community engagement events the department has participated in this year.

Absecon officers and local leaders united for a community cleanup to prepare the Field of Dreams Complex for a new season.

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