Stories

May 9, 2018
Going Beyond Park Boundaries to Make Cities More Livable
Catherine Nagel, City Parks AllianceThatcher Bailey
The changing role of parks is reshaping urban landscapes and redefining how we govern, manage, and program our public green assets.
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Nov 15, 2017
City Parks Alliance Launches Transportation-Focused Video
City Parks Alliance
City Parks Alliance releases the latest video in the five-part video series, focused on the role of linear parks in providing transportation options to city re…
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Oct 18, 2017
The Importance of Public Space
Nelson Beckford
Learn why public spaces are a social utility for public good and how they can promote social cohesion, define a city, and promote active living.
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Oct 18, 2017
Here’s How Cities Can Get the Most Out of Their Parks
CityLab
Read how targeted programming and amenities can increase park usage and better serve park residents.
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Oct 15, 2017
Webinar: Opportunity to Host a Workshop in Your City
City Parks Alliance
City Parks Alliance will be offering four city workshops in cities with high rates of low-income communities over the next two years.
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Oct 3, 2017
Making Urban Parks More Than Just a Place for Play
Catherine Nagel, City Parks Alliance
City parks are more than gathering places. They are valuable infrastructure for our county’s urban communities, as vital as highways, bridges, and wastewater t…
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