City Parks Alliance is the only independent, nationwide membership organization solely dedicated to urban parks. It unites and serves a growing network of hundreds of civic and community leaders, government agencies, parks and recreation authorities, funders and others.
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1777 Church St NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20036, US
Did you join us at Greater & Greener? We want to know what you learned! Share in the comments what helpful tools you left Seattle with from each of the different sessions and how you plan to apply these lessons learned in your cities back home. Seattle Parks and Recreation #GreaterGreener #GGSeattle2024
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Celebrating innovation and sustainability in park management, we are excited to award the Rainier Community Center’s urban garden the $50,000 Toro Urban Park Innovation Award, supported by Toro distributor Turf Star Western and the City Parks Alliance. This initiative will transform a former landfill into a thriving urban garden, providing fresh, locally grown produce for the community and empowering local BIPOC members. We believe in the transformative power of healthy green spaces and remain committed to supporting communities that need them most. http://toro.biz/60449cmgC
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Celebrating innovation and sustainability in park management, we are excited to award the Rainier Community Center’s urban garden the $50,000 Toro Urban Park Innovation Award, supported by Toro distributor Turf Star Western and the City Parks Alliance. This initiative will transform a former landfill into a thriving urban garden, providing fresh, locally grown produce for the community and empowering local BIPOC members. We believe in the transformative power of healthy green spaces and remain committed to supporting communities that need them most. http://toro.biz/60449cmgC
Two weeks ago, the United States Conference of Mayors unanimously adopted a new city parks resolution during their Conference of Mayors yesterday that urges Congress to pass the Outdoors for All Act. The Outdoors for All Act would codify the Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) program, which provides outdoor recreation in disadvantaged communities within urban areas. "Mayors are committed to ensuring that everyone living in urban areas has equal access to parks, green spaces, and recreational opportunities and are grateful for City Parks Alliance in helping to make this goal a reality.” - USCM CEO and Executive Director Tom Cochran.
Did you join us at Greater & Greener? How did we do? Share your feedback by July 8 for a chance to win a $100 gift card to a local business of your choice. ➡️ Find the link to the survey in your email or the conference app. Seattle Parks and Recreation #GreaterGreener #GGSeattle2024
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Last week a few Conservancy staff members participated in the Greater & Greener conference in Seattle to tour the city's civic spaces, learn from leaders and practitioners, and connect with park people – including more than 25 representatives from various Philly organizations who were able to attend. As the co-hosts of the conference (along with Philadelphia Parks & Recreation) when it came to Philadelphia back in 2022, we were thrilled to pass the torch and watch Seattle shine over four beautiful days. Thank you to our hosts at City Parks Alliance and Seattle Parks and Recreation for making it such a memorable experience. We're looking forward to seeing you again in Austin in summer 2026!
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Resource Development Manager at City of Raleigh Municipal Government Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department
Last week I had the amazing opportunity to attend City Parks Alliance 's Greater and Greener conference. I got to explore old growth forests, speak with colleagues from across the States and Canada, and even got to see how partnerships are working to provide needed amenities such as urban farms.
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Energized and inspired after an incredible week at Greater & Greener 2024 in Seattle! We're grateful to City Parks Alliance for organizing this premier gathering of urban parks innovators and decision-makers. The conference provided valuable insights on creating more equitable, sustainable, and climate-resilient park systems. #1: A huge thank you to the Barr Foundation or supporting our Boston cohort's attendance. Couldn't ask for a more gorgeous waterfront setting! #2: A highlight was visiting Pathways Park, a newly renovated nature-based playground designed for children of all abilities. Here's our Executive Director Laura Jasinski trying out some of the innovative play equipment! (📷: Allison Burson) Learn more about the park's story at Seattle Parks Foundation: https://lnkd.in/eeWP2AzG #GreaterGreener2024 #UrbanParks #CharlesRiver #BostonParks #Sustainability
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The NAC's Senior Manager of Applied Climate Research Jeffrey A. Brown (Clark), PhD attended the City Parks Alliance Greater and Greener Conference in Seattle last week! He organized a stellar line-up of experts for a panel on urban natural areas management in the face of climate challenges. Thanks to our panelists from Eugene Parks and Open Space, the Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority, and Portland Parks & Recreation! 👏
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Last week, it was great to hear keynote speakers Dr. Jalonne L. White-Newsome and Jacqueline Lu speak on advancing park and greenspace equity at the City Parks Alliance Greater and Greener 2024 conference. With discussions on environmental justice and supportive technology, we look forward to bringing what we learned back to Houston, continuing our work towards a more resilient and equitable region. Photo: Houston Parks Board #GreaterandGreener #HoustonParks #Conservation