Category Archives: Issues

The Aftermath Of Park Projects

Posted on June 3, 2013
Avoid problems after the ribbon-cutting through open communication. Photo Courtesy Of Hitchcock Design Group

In the not-so-distant-past, a park project took a familiar path to become a reality. Leadership gathered to build a consensus on project priorities for the coming year. After careful consideration, Park X—the aging flagship park—was selected. The budget was set, … Continue reading →

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Focusing On Fun

Posted on June 3, 2013
Photo Courtesy Of NAYS

Youngsters participating in sports programs at the Simpsonville Parks and Recreation Department in Kentucky will never complain about being bored. Department Director Chris Truelock makes sure of that. “Last season, we dedicated ourselves to ensuring that fun in our youth-sports programs … Continue reading →

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This-N-That

Posted on May 8, 2013

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Forging Friendships

Posted on May 8, 2013
The best part of playing youth sports? Making lifelong friends!

Grateful for all of the friendships she forged while playing sports, Leslie Brinson is intent on making sure youngsters who participate in programs at the city of Bloomington’s (Ind.) Parks & Recreation Department are as lucky as she was. “Most … Continue reading →

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Coordinate Efforts

Posted on May 7, 2013
These skaters also volunteer to keep their park clean and well-maintained. Photos Courtesy 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 leader has to leave his or her desk and “wander … Continue reading →

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