Murphys, CA…The Murphys Community Park which normally plays host to entertainment and community events was the meeting point for a large group of community members with concerns on crime, traffic, safety & more. If you care not only about Murphys but what issues are facing many small communities in our areas this video is worth a watch. Sheriff Rick DiBasilio, Supervisor Merita Callaway, San Andreas Area CHP Commander, Lieutenant M. Banuelos & others talked about the issues facing local agencies that have to balance increasingly difficult legal constraints, funding issues and more that are impacting how local law enforcement agencies do their jobs.

Below is a bit more about the Murphys Community Club and Park who organized the meeting from VisitMuprhys.com

Murphys Community Park is located at 505 Algiers Street in Downtown Murphys. The park and restrooms are open to the public 8 am to 10 pm daily. The park is officially maintained from April 1st to October 31st, but the restrooms are open year round. The park and its facilities are available for weddings, parties, fundraisers and other special events. Click here for more information about the Community Club, Murphys Community Park and RENTING the park facilities!

Every year the Community Club sponsors music and other events in the Park.

All concerts offer FREE live entertainment from 5:30 to 8 p.m.

The MCC’s major responsibility is to operate and maintain Murphys Park. Murphys Park is a public county owned park, managed and maintained for the public by the Murphys Community Club through membership dues, donations, park rental fees and use fees for special events.

Ongoing MCC activities and responsibilities

Constructed and maintain children’s playground at Murphys Community Park
Maintain the lawn, bridges, restrooms, walkways and gazebo located in Murphys Community Park
Organize annual Murphys Homecoming event
Coordinate use of park for community activities and fundraisers
Advocate for the community of Murphys with county administration.
Maintain the newly constructed bocce ball courts
Murphys Community Park Information

Helens Hut Picnic Area
The park and restrooms are open to the public 8 am to 10 pm daily. The park is officially maintained from April 1st to October 31st, but the restrooms are open year round. The park and its facilities are available for weddings, parties, fundraisers and other special events. The Park Reservation Coordinator is responsible for the reservations for all park events. For a fee schedule and reservations, call Sue Friedman at 209-890-7594 or e-mail her at dellett41@comcast.net.

Murphys Park Bocce Courts (located across the street from Murphys Park)

Visitors and locals alike may now enjoy this latest amenity to Murphys Park. Two bocce courts are available for use from 9:00 a.m. to sundown daily (unless already rented). Players must register at the front desk of the Murphys Historic Hotel to make a reservation and ensure availability. There is no charge if players have their own set of balls, however, a set of balls may be rented from the hotel desk for $12/one court for 2 hours. There is a rental fee for tournaments and a reservation may be secured by calling (209) 728-8183.

How Can I Help?

The community of Murphys is growing rapidly and attracting more visitors. In order to maintain the unique ambiance of Murphys, we must continue to assume the responsibilities entrusted to us by the forefathers of the Murphys Community Club. Your contributions and membership dues fund all of the MCC’s activities. You can make a difference. Become a member today!

For more information, contact:
Murphys Community Club
P.O. Box 394, Murphys, CA 95247
209.815.3712

To reserve Murphys Park for your next event, call the Park Reservation Coordinator at 209-890-7594 or e-mail her at dellett41@comcast.net.