Category Archives: July 2012

Naming Rights For Budget Cuts

Posted on July 9, 2012

By Dianne Hoover Public parks and recreation departments across theU.S.have felt the squeeze of the economic downturn over the past few years. Many agencies have closed facilities and faced massive budget cuts and layoffs–all to the detriment of the citizens … Continue reading →

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Aging Gracefully

Posted on July 6, 2012

Engaging seniors in building a health-and-wellness plan By Laci McKinney Many senior citizens set resolutions regarding health and wellness, only to revert to their previous routines midway through the year. A sedentary lifestyle is harmful to all ages, especially older … Continue reading →

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Develop A Maintenance Plan

Posted on July 6, 2012

Key players to involve in the conversation By Randy Gaddo Editor’s Note: This column, “LBWA” (Leadership By Wandering Around), is based on the premise that, in order to find out what’s going on in the field, a parks and rec … Continue reading →

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Safeguard Aquatic Facilities

Posted on July 5, 2012

By N. Jonas Ohrberg Thousands of families, including children and the elderly, visit municipal pools and water parks every year seeking a fun and relaxing experience. Although providing such an environment can be a challenge, managers know that a safe … Continue reading →

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Economic-Impact Study

Posted on July 5, 2012

By Steve Yeskulsky Often in these challenging times, parks and recreation professionals are asked to quantify the economic viability of an event or program. By grading an event primarily on customer surveys, participation and profit margin, it is conceivable such … Continue reading →

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