Cortez plans to dedicate two parks

Third Street Pocket Park. (Courtesy photo)

The Cortez Parks and Recreation Department plans two brief park dedication ceremonies on Friday, June 7.

The first ceremony will be held at 5 p.m. at 372 S. Market St., and the second ceremony is to be held shortly after at 601 E. Third St. at 6 p.m.

According to a news release, the city invites residents to explore the new 2,500-square-foot playgrounds, connect with neighbors and enjoy light refreshments.

For information about the pocket parks, call City of Cortez Event Planning and Marketing Specialist Asialynn Hager at (970) 565-3402 ext. 5013 or email ahager@cortezco.gov.