Registration to attend Greater & Greener 2026: Austin, TX, will open on February 9, 2026! As soon as registration opens, sessions will start to fill up fast. Register in February to ensure you can attend the sessions of your choice. Learn more at greatergreener.org.

At our webinar on Thursday, December 18, at 1 pm ET, learn how to make tax referendums possible in your city through an example out of Lexington, KY, where park advocates secured $8 million a year for the city’s park system. Register at: bit.ly/TaxReferendu....

Tax referendums are unlocking new, sustainable funding sources for park systems. Join our member-exclusive webinar on Thursday, December 18, at 1 pm ET, to find out how your city can launch its own campaign. Register for the recording if you can’t join live. Sign up at: bit.ly/TaxReferendu....

In our workshop on Thursday, January 22, from 2-5 pm ET, learn about different engagement models and their goals, creative ways to reach and involve residents, using partnerships to broaden your reach, and building long-term trust and authentic relationships Enroll now at bit.ly/CommunityEng....

We are honored to welcome Watsonville, CA's Mayor Maria Orozco as our newest Mayors for Parks Coalition member! Mayor Orozco supports increased federal investment in our nation’s community parks, recognizing that they are fundamental to healthy, connected, and revitalized neighborhoods.

In our upcoming workshop on Thursday, January 22, from 2-5 pm ET, we’ll explore what effective engagement looks like in practice. Bring your team members and partners to make the most of the course! Enroll now at bit.ly/CommunityEng....

Can a tax referendum give your park system stable, long-term financial support? At our member-exclusive webinar on Thursday, December 18, at 1 pm ET, learn how Lexington, KY, now gets $8 million a year for city parks through its Yes for Parks campaign. Register at bit.ly/TaxReferendu....

Advance your career at Greater & Greener 2026 in Austin, TX, this June 13-16, 2026. During select conference sessions, you’ll have the opportunity to earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and Certification Maintenance (CMs). Learn more: greatergreener.org/about/professional-development-credits.

At our webinar on Thursday, December 18, at 1 pm ET, learn how to make tax referendums possible in your city through an example out of Lexington, KY, where park advocates secured $8 million a year for the city’s park system. Register at: bit.ly/ParkTaxRefer....

At Greater & Greener, explore Austin, TX’s parks: 🌳 In Mobile Workshops, head outside and get an educational, behind-the-scenes look into the city’s parks 🥾 In Weekend Tours, participate in activity-based excursions to experience the parks for yourself. Learn more: greatergreener.org/session-formats

We are honored to welcome Burgaw, NC's Mayor Olivia Dawson as our newest Mayors for Parks Coalition member! Mayor Dawson supports increased federal investment in our nation’s community parks, recognizing that they are fundamental to healthy, connected, and revitalized neighborhoods.

The Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership is a smart investment for America’s cities. In 2018, the City of Columbia, MO, was awarded a $400,000 grant from the LWCF’s ORLP program to develop Clary-Shy Community Park, creating a 10-acre space focused on healthy foods and outdoor education and fitness.

We are honored to welcome Grand Rapids, MI's Mayor David LaGrand as our newest Mayors for Parks Coalition member! Mayor LaGrand supports increased federal investment in our nation’s community parks, recognizing that they are fundamental to healthy, connected, and revitalized neighborhoods.

The Washington Post recently spotlighted eight urban parks across the U.S. that are truly worth a visit. City Parks Alliance's Catherine Nagel said, “These parks provide...a way to get to know a city in a very special way.” Read more at: washingtonpost.com/travel/2025/10/24/best-city-parks-us.

Registration opens for Greater & Greener 2026 Austin, TX in early February 2026, and Early Bird rates offer the best savings. We expect the conference to sell out, so plan to register early. Start planning your budgets now! View conference pricing at greatergreener.org/pricing.

Discuss what it takes to keep your parks adaptable in a time of environmental, financial, and social uncertainty with your peers at our member-exclusive peer conversation on Tuesday, November 4, at 1 PM ET. Register at: bit.ly/ClimateUncertaintyConversation. Not a member yet? Sign up now to attend!

The Mayors for Parks Coalition continues to grow, and we want your mayor to join! Mayors recognize parks are powerful tools to address many of the challenges cities face today. Encourage your mayor to join! For more info or to join, contact Julie Waterman at [email protected].

Join us for a member-exclusive peer conversation on Tuesday, November 4, at 1 PM ET to hear and share strategies for navigating these situations with specific examples from park leaders in Los Angeles, CA, and Boston, MA. Register at: bit.ly/ClimateUncertaintyConversation.

Inclusive parks are a boon for cities and urban communities. Read about how and why cities should implement inclusive play spaces in their parks system: cityparksalliance.org/blog/from-ac...

The Washington Post recently released its guide to eight urban parks all across the U.S. that are worthy of visiting. It's a great reminder that remarkable parks and green spaces aren't just reserved for our landmark National Parks! Read the full article at: www.washingtonpost.com/travel/2025/...

Join us for a member-exclusive peer conversation on Tuesday, November 4, at 1 PM ET to explore this question together. Hear how park leaders in Los Angeles and Boston are responding to uncertainty, then share and learn from your peers. Register at: bit.ly/ClimateUncertaintyConversation.

We are thrilled to announce Atlanta, GA, as the host city of the 2028 Greater & Greener Conference! We look forward to welcoming attendees and showcasing Atlanta’s vibrant parks, engaged communities, and commitment to sustainable growth. Learn more at: bit.ly/2028HostCity.

Our Greater & Greener 2026 conference topics are now available! The conference agenda is designed for honest, problem-solving conversations about the most pressing urban park issues today. Explore the Conference Topics: greatergreener.org/schedule/conference-tracks.

Cities that invest in inclusive play are investing in community. Discover why your city should incorporate inclusive play spaces at: cityparksalliance.org/blog/from-accessible-to-inclusive-a-new-era-of-play. Written in partnership with Landscape Structures.

Join our member-exclusive webinar on Thursday, October 16, at 1 PM ET, learn how two cities implemented resilience programs throughout their entire park system, and how your city can do the same. Register at: bit.ly/ParksforClim.... Not a member yet? Sign up now to attend!

Two weeks ago, the City Parks Alliance Board of Directors met in Detroit, MI, exploring local parks and green spaces, including Joe Louis Greenway, Clark Park, Michigan Central, and more, before holding our biannual meeting.

Join our member-exclusive webinar on Thursday, October 16, at 1 PM ET to learn how cities are using data, partnerships, interagency collaboration, and new resources to build climate resilience with examples from Virginia Beach, VA, and Denver, CO. Register at: bit.ly/ParksforClim....

Greater & Greener conference rates are now available! 👉 View rates and start planning your experience: greatergreener.org/pricing

Inclusive parks go beyond just accessibility. They allow kids of all abilities to gather, learn, and grow together. That's why cities are increasingly embracing inclusive play spaces - and why your city should too. Discover more at: cityparksalliance.org/blog/from-ac...

We are honored to welcome Billings, MT's Mayor Bill Cole, as our newest Mayors for Parks Coalition member! Mayor Cole supports increased federal investment in our nation’s community parks, recognizing that they are fundamental to healthy, connected, and revitalized neighborhoods.

At our webinar on 10/16 at 1 pm ET, learn how to accomplish resilience goals using your entire park system through partnerships, inter-agency collaboration, and data collection, with specific examples from Virginia Beach, VA, and Denver, CO. Register at: bit.ly/ParksforClim....

Coming Soon: New Online Portal for Members! We are launching a new online member portal later this fall. The portal will make it easier than ever to access member-exclusive resources, register for events, and stay connected with our network, all in one streamlined hub.

Join our member-exclusive webinar on Tuesday, September 30, at 1 pm ET to see how two cities are using Equity Data Tools to shape park planning and maintenance. We’ll also share highlights from a new whitepaper on EDT best practices, available after the session. Register: bit.ly/EquityDataTo....

Join us for our member-exclusive webinar on Tuesday, September 30, at 1 pm ET to hear how Atlanta, GA, and Lewisville, TX, are using Equity Data Tools, technology, and partnerships to shape parks. Register at: bit.ly/EquityDataTo....

Join our team! City Parks Alliance is hiring a part-time (20-25 hrs/wk) Administrative & Office Manager, based out of Washington, D.C. Learn more and apply at: cityparksalliance.org/job/administrative-office-manager.

Create a bold strategy to acquire and secure land for new and expanded parks. Join us on Wednesday, August 28 at 1 pm ET for a member-exclusive webinar featuring experts from three cities who have successfully secured land. Register at bit.ly/AcquiringLandWebinar.

Be a part of a dynamic team with a mission to expand urban parks across the U.S.! City Parks Alliance is hiring a part-time (20-25 hrs/wk) Administrative & Office Manager, based out of Washington, D.C. Apply now! Learn more and apply at: cityparksalliance.org/job/administrative-office-manager.

We're hiring! Join the City Parks Alliance team as a part-time (20-25 hrs/wk) Administrative & Office Manager, based out of Washington, D.C. Learn more and apply at: cityparksalliance.org/job/administrative-office-manager.

As land in cities becomes more valuable and development pressure grows, how can your city acquire land for parks to meet the rising demand for green space? Join us on Wednesday, August 28 at 1 pm ET for a member-exclusive webinar to learn more. Register at bit.ly/AcquiringLandWebinar.

Happy 5th Anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act, which has boosted #LWCF park projects across the US! Now the Administration is trying to roll back this great conservation and recreation achievement. Congress needs to protect our lands & #SaveLWCF!

Greater & Greener speaker submission portal closes tomorrow, August 1, at 8 pm! Don't miss the chance to lead a session in Austin, TX from June 13-16, 2026. As a speaker, you'll get the lowest rates available to attend! Submit now: cvent.com/c/abstracts/1397ff96-7bdc-4609-871a-11238ec877e2.

Don't miss your chance to speak at Greater & Greener 2026 in Austin, TX! Submit your session proposal by THIS Friday, August 1 at 8 pm ET. If chosen as a speaker, you'll have access to our lowest conference rates. Submit ASAP at cvent.com/c/abstracts/1397ff96-7bdc-4609-871a-11238ec877e2.

Deadline to Submit a Greater & Greener 2026 Speaker Proposal in ONE Week! Submit now: cvent.com/c/abstracts/1397ff96-7bdc-4609-871a-11238ec877e2. Submit your speaker proposal as soon as possible. The submission portal will close on August 1 at 8 PM EST or once we receive 300 proposals.

Reminder, submit your session proposal for Greater & Greener 2026 by Aug 1 at 8 pm ET! Speakers will receive the biggest discount to attend the conference. We will close the portal on Aug 1 at 8 pm ET or once we receive 300 proposals, whichever comes first. Submit now: www.cvent.com/c/abstracts/....

The LWCF Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) is a smart investment for America’s cities! In 2023, the City of Dubuque, IA, was awarded a $508,000 ORLP grant for Comiskey Park, a vital community gathering place. Improvements included a new playground, splash pad, basketball court, and more!

We are honored to welcome Lexington, KY's Mayor Linda Gorton as our newest Mayors for Parks Coalition member! Mayor Gorton supports increased federal investment in our nation’s community parks, recognizing that they are fundamental to healthy, connected, and revitalized neighborhoods.

Complete our Annual Survey by July 29 for a chance to win a $100 gift card to a local business of your choice! Tell us the most critical issues facing you and your city. The survey should take less than 5 minutes to complete. Complete it here: surveymonkey.com/r/CityParksAlliance2025Survey

Urban forests are quiet workhorses for resilience: cooling cities, managing stormwater, storing carbon, fostering biodiversity, and improving public health. Find out how your city can prioritize trees in our upcoming webinar on Wed, July 30 at 2 pm ET. Register at bit.ly/UrbanForestsforResilience.

Welcome four new board members to the Alliance: 🌳 Stephen Bentley: Raleigh (NC) Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources 🌳 Carol Coletta: Former CEO of Memphis River Parks Partnership 🌳 Sherazad Mehta: Arup 🌳 David Smith: Landscape Structures (LSI) Learn more: bit.ly/NewAllianceBoardMembers.

Save the Date for Greater & Greener 2026 and meet us in Austin, TX, from June 13-16, 2026! Let's tackle the biggest challenges you are facing in your city and parks. Learn more at greatergreener.org/about/austin-2026.