Savage
 Savage
is a growing suburb distinguished by its convenient location, varied history,
and lush surroundings. The community’s oldest district sits on the
banks of the Minnesota River. As the city has grown, development has occurred
southward to settle on the bluffs overlooking the scenic Minnesota River
Valley.
Perhaps known best for its ties to a famous racehorse from the early
20th Century, Savage is also regarded for its significant role in the
grain distribution industry. Yet, it is not the history or the riverfront
activity that tends to draw most people here. Many people say it was the
community’s beauty, its schools and its services that first caught
their attention - and persuaded them to stay.
Population Over the past 20 years, Savage has been transformed from a
small city of less than 4,000 people to a growing suburb of more than
20,000.
The City's Parks Department maintains all parks, as well as other public
areas such as boulevards and the grounds at City Hall, the Savage Library
and the City's two fire stations. A map is available in .pdf format that
shows the locations of Savage's Parks.
 Park
system
Thirteen parks covering approximately 260 acres of land comprise the City
of Savage park system. The downtown parks - Warren F. Butler and Hollywood
- are the "charter members" of the system. As the city grew,
so did the number of parks in the community.
Parks are open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Dogs must be on leashes and owners
must pick up and remove animal feces. No fires are permitted except in
designated areas. Also prohibited are littering, glass beverage containers,
firearms, archery (except at Hidden Valley Park), hunting and trapping,
tents or structures (without permission), snowmobiles, ATV's or motorcycles
(except on roadways and in parking areas). It is unlawful to bring beer
into a park in glass, kegs, barrels or other bulk tap quantities. No consumption
is allowed on or within 30 feet of a roadway or parking lot or on any
athletic field.
 Recreation
programs
Each year approximately 3,500 people participate in activities offered
by the Parks and Recreation Department. Activities include trips, youth
and adult athletics, special events, camps and playground programs. Brochures
listing these programs are published and distributed quarterly. Participants
may register at the Public Works Building, 13770 Dakota Avenue, or by
mail. Office hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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