ParkXChange Resource Library

Resources for Urban Park Professionals

This searchable library hosts helpful park resource documents, including cross-sector MOUs, equity action plans, agreements for park maintenance and operations, dog park and concession management, green infrastructure development and maintenance, community benefits, arts and cultural programming and events, as well as other resource guides and technical tools to support park partnerships.

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Survey: Summer 2020 Recreational Programming
City of El Cajon
A survey by El Cajon Parks & Rec Dept's regarding summer classes, in-person camps, and virtual camps to prepare for summer programming within social distancing…
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Case Study
Park & Recreation Sponsorship Package
City of El Cajon
An example of how the City of El Cajon Parks & Rec Dept created the "Hopscotch Challenge" as a sponsorship proposal during COVID-19.
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Open Letter to City Council Supporting Parks Funding for COVID Recovery
Philadelphia Parks Alliance
Philly Parks Alliance seek co-signers supporting funding for essential services for communities disproportionately impacted by COVID-19.
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Policy
Virginia Beach Essential Services Child Care Guidelines for Staff
City of VA Beach
The City of Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation Department offers free child care services to designated personnel during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Park Signage: Please Keep 6 Feet Apart
Virginia Beach Parks & Rec
Signage that reminds people to practice social distancing by keeping six feet apart.
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Park Signage: Please Wait Here
Virginia Beach Parks & Rec
Signage that asks people to "Please Wait Here" to practice social distancing during the pandemic.
Policy
Considerations for Public Pools, Hot Tubs, and Water Playgrounds During COVID-19
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
As public aquatic venues open, CDC offers considerations for safety for those who operate, manage, and use public pools and water playgrounds.
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Park Signs: Visiting the Park? Keep Six Feet Apart!
Memphis River Parks Partnership
COVID-19 social distancing signage.
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Infographics | COVID-19: Be Smart. Do Your Part.
Montgomery County Parks & Rec
Various COVID-19 related signs meant to educate park visitors on safe ways to access and use park facilities.
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COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions
Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy
Sample frequently asked questions and answers on topics such as "Are your parks still open?"