Stories

  • Nov 30, 2023

    City Parks Alliance Joins Rally in Support of “Outdoors for All” Act

    City Parks Alliance

    U.S. REP. NANETTE DIAZ BARRAGÁN LEADS RALLY IN SUPPORT FOR “OUTDOORS FOR ALL ACT” WITH CHIEF EXECS FROM THE NATIONAL RECREATION AND PARK ASSOCIATION, SIERRA CL…

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  • Jan 4, 2019

    The Power of a Neighborhood Park

    Nelson Beckford

    Nelson Beckford of The Cleveland Foundation discusses his lifetime admiration for neighborhood parks and how they benefit the communities they serve.

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  • Dec 1, 2018

    Active Parks, Healthy Cities Parks & Recreation Magazine Feature

    Parks & Recreation Magazine

    Today's parks are important components in urban networks that include commercial, residential, infrastructure and transportation functions.

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  • May 28, 2018

    Cleveland Park Study Tour

    City Parks Alliance

    Join us to learn more about Cleveland’s innovative cross-agency and cross-sector partnerships and how they are working to improve the park system and quality o…

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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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