Category Archives: August 2004

The Facility Audit, Part 2

Despite the recession, there is a definite building boom in parks and recreation. Its reasons are multiple — whether based on demand, more creative ways of procuring funding or the need to update outdated facilities — but in this series … Continue reading

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Triple Play

If Natchitoches (pronounced Nackitish), La., was a private company, its stock would be climbing. It has become a hub for special events and tournament teams, while providing more and better recreational programs and facilities for its citizens. Its success, like … Continue reading

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Giant Miniature, Part II

Miniature golf is a fun business. But even a fun business must have sound business management practices to be successful. One of the most critical decisions for anyone considering the miniature golf business is the design of the course. A … Continue reading

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Focus on Utility

Here are some new utility vehicle products of interest to parks and recreation departments. To request more information on any of these hot new products, visit our Web site at www.parksandrecbusiness.com and follow the free information link. Or, call the … Continue reading

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Utility in Utility Vehicles?

The term utility conjures up visions of days long gone, of people and machines performing many duties — sometimes simultaneously. After all, the terms utility tub or utility belt didn’t get their names because one holds water and the other … Continue reading

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