Addressing Development Pressure in Parks
As urban density increases, cities face growing pressure to repurpose public parkland and green space. It is critical to protect parks and green spaces so local communities can continue to…
Webinars 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.
Webinars feature a panel format with insights from park leaders across the country, with an audience Q&A to dig deeper into the relevant topics.
Best Practices & Trends | 60-90 Minutes | Panel Format | 100+ attendees
As urban density increases, cities face growing pressure to repurpose public parkland and green space. It is critical to protect parks and green spaces so local communities can continue to…
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Park practitioners and advocates already know how transformative parks and green spaces can be for urban communities. But how can we communicate the importance of park equity in a way…
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Parks are the heart of urban communities, but keeping them well-maintained is no small task. As city populations grow, demands on parks and green spaces increase, but maintenance resources often…
Transform your city’s communities and close the park equity gap with funding from the federal Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) grant program. Established in 2014 and supported by the Land…