Webinar

Crafting a Successful Tax Referendum: Lexington’s Yes for Parks Campaign

Break down the components of a successful tax referendum to secure long-term funding for your park system.

Securing funding for parks is a major challenge, especially with shifts in federal funding and shrinking local budgets. Tax referendums can be a solution for sustainable and stable park funding.

In this webinar, learn how park advocates in Lexington, KY, launched a tax referendum campaign called Yes for Parks, securing $8 million a year to improve and develop the city’s park system.

Learn how the advocacy team used research, partnerships, consultants, donor support, and engagement with elected officials and community members to build a successful campaign centered on joy, with support from the city’s parks and recreation department.

If your city thinks a funding initiative like this is impossible, this session breaks down the path to success. Join us to learn how planning, preparation, and a winning strategy with community support can make it possible.

WHAT IS A WEBINAR?

Learn about best practices, successful strategies, tools, and emerging trends in urban parks through real-world examples, and apply lessons learned to your own work.

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