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Portland Parks and Recreation Concessions Guidelines
This document contains detailed guidelines for concession sales and commercial activities in Portland parks from the Portland Department of Parks & Recreation.
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.
Hemisfair Parkland Master Plan Agreement
Master agreement between the listed organizations for the long-term cooperative development, maintenance, and operation of the Hemisfair parkland area, as well…
2020 Menino Survey of Mayors
Mayors have had to deal with COVID-19’s consequences and its impact on their cities' future. Between June and August 2020 this Survey asked 130 mayors about th…
Sample Concession Contract Big Basin Redwood State Park
This document is a sample contract between the State of California Department of Parks and recreation, and a concessions operator for a camp store, gift shop, …
Kezar Park Triangle Improvements MOU
Memorandum of understanding between the listed organizations for the design and implementation of improvements at the Kezar Triangle in Golden Gate Park. Outli…
Reimagining the Civic Commons: Value Capture in the Commons
A resource for organizations grappling with how to sustain operations, reinvest in communities, and ensure equitable access for all.
Chatfield Off-Leash Dog Area Management Plan
This document is a comprehensive management plan for an off-leash dog area of Chatfield State Park.
Webinar Recap & Transcript | Programming While Social Distancing: Creative Strategies to Engage Communities
Learn how park & rec professionals are using social media, live-streaming, signage, and other strategies to connect residents and encourage physical activity.
From Brown to Blooming: Groundwork USA’s Field-Tested Guide for Getting from Brownfield to Neighborhood Asset
Addresses transforming contaminated urban property into open space. Primarily written for nonprofits how to transform a site into a community asset.
Starting A Corps Manual Case Study: The Gulf Coast Restoration Initiative
A step-by-step guide with milestones and benchmarks for those starting their own Corps program from exploratory phase to full operation.
New York Zoning Law and Practice Report
Article considers five alternative revenue strategies that show promise for leveraging private dollars for public parks and protected open space.
Webinar Recap & Transcript | Planning for Summer and Beyond in Our Parks
View a transcript and summary of this webinar, in which we explored how park professionals are approaching scenario planning and risk assessment for summer pro…
RFP for Seattle’s Boulevard System
This document is request for proposal for the preparation of a National Register of Historic Places- Multiple Property Documentation for Seattle's Olmsted park…
DeKalb County Parks & Recreation Master Plan 2010-2020
This document is an extensive master plan from the DeKalb County Parks & Recreation Department in Georgia for 2010-2020.
Sample Concession Contract San Diego Surf Schools
This document is a sample concession contract between the State of California through the Department of Parks and Recreation, and the concessionaire, surf scho…
Panama City Beach Concession Agreement
This document outlines an agreement between the Florida Dept. of Environmental Protection, Division of Recreation and Parks, and potential concession operators…
Tidal Basin Ideas Lab Manual
A "how-to" for design firms working on the Tidal Basin--an exchange of solutions and approaches between designers, stakeholders, and the public.
Green Infrastructure in Parks: A Guide to Collaboration, Funding, and Community Engagement
Intended to encourage partnerships between park agencies and stormwater agencies aimed at promoting the use of green infrastructure on park lands.
