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.

Technical Tool
Sample COVID Communications Activity
Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy
Sample communications on messaging strategies, secondary messages, media relations, and development support.
Technical Tool
Sample COVID Talking Points
Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy
Sample talking points on park & rec-related activities that engage community members and allow for proper social distancing.
Policy
Press Release Urging Park Users to Follow Social Distancing
Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy
Explains PPC's response to the COVID-19 global health emergency, strongly urging park users to practice safe physical distancing.
Technical Tool
Park Sign: Be Smart Stay 6 Feet Apart
Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy
Signs explaining rules to observe during the COVID-19 epidemic.
Policy
Executive Summary: COVID-19 Emergency Childcare Operation for Health Care Workers, First Responders, and Low-Income Working Families
San Francisco Recreation and Parks
Policy that focuses on emergency childcare, including creating a curriculum for youth experiencing anxiety and stress related to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Policy
COVID-19 Response Plan
Seattle Parks & Recreation
Lays out preparations for Seattle Parks & Rec to coordinate with city agencies to provide essential services during a pandemic.
Technical Tool
Closed/No Social Gathering Park Signs
San Francisco Recreation and Parks
These physical signs dictate park closures and advise on social gathering best practices during the COVID-19 pandemic.