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ASLA Climate Action Field Guide for practitioners
This Field Guide supports the three topics of the ASLA Climate Action Plan: Practice, Equity, and Advocacy.
Austin Adopt-a-Park Program: Technical Assistance Panel Report
Urban Land Institute (ULI) Austin, as part of the ULI Cohort for Park Equity, convened a panel of experts to examine equity issues as they relate to the city’s…
City of Sachse MOU
Memorandum of understanding regarding the alignment of public-private goals for the improvement of public parks. Outlines the general responsibilities includin…
Privacy Policy
City Parks Alliance, an independent, nationwide membership organization, endeavors to protect your personal privacy. This Privacy Policy addresses City Parks A…
Local Funds for Local Parks
A network of 150+ neighborhood parks is bolstered entirely by local funding.
White House Urban Policy Rep Supports Red Fields to Green Fields
The White House had identified three goals for its urban policy: economic competitiveness, environmental sustainability, and social inclusion.
LA County: Park Needs Assessment
Learn how a park needs assessment and an engaged community led to the passage of a new tax-based parks measure that provides funds to high-need areas.
LA Staples Center Community Benefits Program
This program overview includes provisions to conduct a needs assessment, and provide funding for parks & open space in Figuroa Corridor community. $1 million i…
The Active Communities Tool (ACT): An Action Planning Guide
A guide to improve built environments and promote physical activity, and create a cross-sector action plan consistent with community context.
LA County Draft Displacement Avoidance Strategy
Memo outlining strategies to address and lessen displacement and gentrification outcomes as a result of park enhancement projects.
NRPA Park and Recreation Professionals’ Guide to Fundraising
This guide outlines the fundraising process for park and recreation agencies to work with business entities, conduct special events and help raise money.
Funding Parks and Trails Through Land Trust Partnerships
Land trusts play an important role in the conservation and preservation of natural assets in a community while increasing access to recreational opportunities.
Portland Off-Leash Program Evaluation and Recommendations
This document is an evaluation of Portland's off-leash dog park program from their off-leash advisory committee.
Building Community Ownership Through Engagement
Hear about innovative strategies for engaging diverse residents in the design, programming, and activation of neighborhood parks.
Seattle Audit of Parks and Recreation Concessions Agreements
This document from the Seattle Office of City Auditor provides an overview of the Seattle Department of Parks and Recreation's Lease and Concession Agreements.
Atlanta Parks Outdoor Events and Use Policy
Rules and stipulations for hosting outdoor events in Atlanta's public parks.
Active Parks, Healthy Cities: Recommendations from the National Study of Neighborhood Parks
This report curates multiple case studies for each of the four major findings from cities of different sizes and geographies for park and recreation profession…
Closing the Gap: Public and Private Funding Strategies for Neighborhood Parks
Public and Private Funding Strategies for Neighborhood Parks
What Makes Parks Safe?
This research report promotes the use of parks by women and girls, by understanding and responding to the barriers to feeling safe.
MOU between San Francisco Parks Alliance and San Francisco Recreation & Park Department
This MOU outlines the relationship between San Francisco's citywide park nonprofit and its recreation and park department.