Meet, discuss, and learn from a curated group of presenters sharing new research, tools, and practical guidance for parks practitioners at the City Parks Resea…
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Feb 9, 2024
How To Register a Group
You asked, we listened! To make it easier for organizations to register multiple staff on one invoice, we now offer Group Registration.Group registration to Gr…
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February , 2024
City Parks Research Lab Discussions
Meet, discuss, and learn from a curated group of presenters sharing new research, tools, and practical guidance for parks practitioners at the City Parks Resea…
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February , 2024
Welcome and Opening Remarks
Join us for the official start of Greater & Greener, with a welcome from City Parks Alliance Executive Director Catherine Nagel and our host city of Seattl…
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Jun 5, 2023
Sponsor Greater & Greener 2024
No other park conference reaches so many cross-sector city park and recreation decision-makers and influencers.
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February , 2024
Keynote
Our keynote speakers will set the stage for Greater & Greener 2024 with a focus on the equity aspects of two timely topics: the roles of parks in advancing…
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February , 2024
The Future of Downtown Parks and Public Spaces
In these increasingly disruptive and divisive times, many of our downtowns have lost their former vitality as people continue to work remotely more often than …
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February , 2024
The Seattle Story: Shifting from Capital Improvements to Maintenance and Asset Renewal
In 2014, Seattle voters approved the creation of a Metropolitan Park District to provide a sustained and dedicated source of funding for park and recreation op…
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Jan 18, 2024
Greater & Greener 2024 Schedule of Events
Greater & Greener is an exciting blend of indoor sessions and outdoor experiences that bring the power of parks to life. The highly curated agenda sets the…
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February , 2024
Community-Led Amenities in Parks
How can we ensure that community members have a chance to provide input for local park amenities, and how can park practitioners balance those needs with other…
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February , 2024
How to Leverage Visitor Count Data
How can organizations use visitor count data to make informed decisions about their parks and improve their infrastructure?In this Peer Conversation, we will d…
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Jan 1, 2024
Thank You to Our 2024 Sponsors
Thank you to our sponsors who made this event possible!
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February , 2024
The Unhoused in Parks: Design Strategies for Inclusive Public Space
As cities across the country struggle to respond to growing housing, mental health, and substance abuse crises, homelessness is increasingly visible in public …
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February , 2024
Creative Uses of Green Infrastructure for Parks
As wildfires, droughts, and severe weather become the new normal in many communities, how can cities advocate for the responsible and efficient use of water wh…
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February , 2024
Parks and Urban Rivers: Designing for Resilience
This panel dialogue will discuss insights from diverse perspectives on parks and urban rivers. Panelists will speak about community engagement, climate resilie…
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Feb 24, 2022
Fairmount Park Organic Recycling Center Wins Toro Urban Park Innovation Award 2022
$50K grant to sustain collaborative youth-driven programs that support a circular economy City Parks Alliance and The Toro Company are pleased to announce…
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February , 2024
The Role of Arts and Culture in Community Building
How can public art and cultural events in parks foster more vibrant and connected communities? This panel dialogue will explore their impact, with speakers sha…
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February , 2024
Revitalizing Public Spaces Through the Power of Technology
The increased use of technology in the public realm has park leaders wondering about new ways to engage community members, enhance users’ experiences, and impr…
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February , 2024
Collaborating with Private Landowners for Parks and Public Spaces
Acquiring new land for parks is one of the more vexing challenges facing agencies and their partners today. As a result, many are finding new ways to collabora…
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February , 2024
The Roles of Parks in Promoting Healthy Food Systems
In this Innovation Round, participants will learn about the important roles parks and urban green spaces can play in promoting healthy food systems.Speakers wi…
