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Category Archives: February 2011
Fearless Flyers Go Vertical
Redeveloping the northwest quadrant of Safety Harbor City Park in Pinellas County, Fla., to meet the needs of thrill-seeking skateboarders was no easy project. During the past four decades, skateboarders have been shocking crowds with extreme tricks that most people … Continue reading
Tired Of Natural Turf Taking A Timeout?
What would you do with a field that does not require downtime and never needs mowed, fertilized, weeded, trimmed, watered, aerated or dethatched? How would your agency capitalize in hosting a constant string of events? Would a synthetic-turf field be … Continue reading
Everyone Does Custodial Cleanup
First impressions are valuable assets to recreation facilities. Appearance and upkeep of buildings–both inside and out–matter! From the landscaping around the front drive to the drinking fountains in the gymnasium, basic cleanliness and maintenance should be a priory. This vital … Continue reading
$ave A Full-Time Position And More
Amy McMillan runs a tight ship. As executive director of the Genesee County Parks and Recreation Commission, headquartered in Flint, Mich., she has watched property values plummet and the millage income that supports the parks decline as a result. She … Continue reading
Wipe Away Germs
Jessica joined a Chicago gym right after Christmas 2009. She had gained a few pounds over the holidays and was determined to shed them quickly. She decided joining the gym, along with eating properly, was the way to do it. … Continue reading