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How new private funding strategies are helping build more urban parks

17 July 2017

by Jonathan Andrews

By Catherine Nagel, Executive Director of City Parks Alliance (CPA)*

Across the US, urban parks are enjoying a renaissance. Dozens of new parks are being built or restored and cities are being creative about how and where they are located. Space under highways, on old rail infrastructure, reclaimed industrial waterfronts or even landfills are all in play as development pressure on urban land grows along with outdoor recreation needs.

These innovative parks are helping cities face common challenges, from demographic shifts, to global competitiveness to changing climate conditions. Mayors and other city officials are taking a fresh look at parks to improve overall community health and sense ...

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