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New Bedford parks boast impressive programming and recreational space

The Municipal Posted on July 29, 2024 by Nicholette CarlsonJuly 29, 2024
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With over 800 acres of park space in New Bedford, Mass., the parks, recreation and beaches department plans an extraordinary amount of programming and improvements each year. The park space is widely spread throughout the city, so 90% of the … Continue reading →

Posted in Parks & Environmental Services | Tagged July 2024, New Bedford, parks & environmental services, The Municipal

Youth sports and recreational programs are still a go this year

The Municipal Posted on October 18, 2021 by Deborah GerbersAugust 2, 2023
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Recent data suggests that despite the pandemic, many cities are showing an increase in program participation. It appears residents feel safe enough in their communities to participate in sports, classes and other activities offered by local parks and recreation departments. … Continue reading →

Posted in Parks & Environmental Services | Tagged october 2021, parks & environmental services, sports, The Municipal

Hallett strives to provide robust recreational offerings for her small town

The Municipal Posted on October 9, 2020 by Lauren CaggianoAugust 2, 2023
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Easton, Maine, may be a small town, but its recreation department’s programming is robust by most standards. That’s due in large part to the leadership of its director Hillary Hallett, who’s been at the helm for the past 18 years. … Continue reading →

Posted in Personality Profile | Tagged hallett, october 2020, parks & environmental services, The Municipal

Editor’s Note: Communication = participation in recreational programming

The Municipal Posted on May 1, 2012 by Jodi MarlinAugust 2, 2023

Editor’s Note: What is it you want to know, and where do you go to find the answer? When you want to know what other cities are doing to make funds go farther or to solve personnel problems, or what … Continue reading →

Posted in Editor's Note | Tagged citizens, city, information, parks, programming, public, recreation, summer

Complete renovation of west Beach Marina in Clearwater overcomes challenges to stay on schedule

The Municipal Posted on May 30, 2025 by Nicholette CarlsonApril 23, 2025
No1: Built in the 1950s, the Clearwater, Fla., Beach Marina had never had a full renovation completed. New plans to remodel began in 2021. The high price of materials due to pandemic, getting the proper permits and ensuring the commercial tenants were able to maintain operations have been some of the challenges faced by the city through the process. It is projected to be completed in August 2026. (Photo provided by the city of Clearwater, Fla.)

          New plans to remodel the Clearwater, Fla., Beach Marina began in 2021, with the city looking for a design for the new beach. Having been built in the 1950s, the marina was simply getting old and had not yet … Continue reading →

Posted in Building & Construction | Tagged building & construction, may 2025, The Municipal

Wichita bicycle plan takes shape

The Municipal Posted on May 28, 2025 by Lauren CaggianoApril 23, 2025
No3: In May 2024, the mayor and city council of Wichita issued a proclamation for Bike Month.

Wichita, Kan., has long been a city with potential for great bicycling opportunities. The city on the Plains has a population of more than 395,000. The Greater Wichita Region contains a population of over 790,000 and is expected to grow … Continue reading →

Posted in Streets, Highways, & Bridges | Tagged building & construction, may 2025, streets highways & bridges, The Municipal

Rich in history and natural resources: Concord, N.H.

The Municipal Posted on May 8, 2025 by Beth Anne Brink-CoxApril 23, 2025
No2: Sunrise gilds Concord’s downtown buildings. Downtown Concord boasts many businesses, a boutique movie theater, designer hotel, three performing arts centers, music school, art school, a public theater and more. (Photo by Bill Graham)

What do most people know about New Hampshire? For one thing, many of the unusual names in the state, like Winnipesaukee, Ossipee and Chocorua, are of Native American, or indigenous, origin, specifically from the Abenaki tribe. The word “Abenaki” is … Continue reading →

Posted in City Profile | Tagged building & construction, city profile, may 2025, The Municipal

Citizens of Rochester embrace improvements along the Genesee riverfront

The Municipal Posted on March 6, 2025 by Jennifer BartonFebruary 25, 2025
No1: A sidewalk design designates the heart of North Star Commons, a riverwalk park along the Genesee River in Rochester, N.Y. The park was developed as part of the West River Wall improvement project, named the 2024 Public Works Project of the Year by the American Public Works Association. (Photo provided by Rochester, N.Y.)

In the 1800s, rivers and waterways were vital to the success of newly established cities in the United States. Rivers provided a means of power and transportation, so towns sprung up where that resource was available. With the construction of … Continue reading →

Posted in Public Works | Tagged fleet service & management, March 2025, public works, The Municipal

Hattiesburg mayor angling community toward become ‘premier city’ of the south

The Municipal Posted on January 21, 2025 by Jennifer BartonDecember 27, 2024
Mayor Barker speaks at the unveiling of the “Jam Session” mural, which was created by artist Reshonda Perryman. (Photo provided by Hattiesburg, Miss.)

Though he shies away from the term “political career,” Mayor Toby Barker of Hattiesburg, Miss., said, “I think the story of my public service is the story of our city and it’s my life’s work.” The 43-year-old began his career … Continue reading →

Posted in Personality Profile | Tagged January 2025, maintenance & operations, personality profile, The Municipal

Community improvements: Watsonville increased sales tax funds projects that will benefit everyone

The Municipal Posted on January 7, 2025 by Julie YoungDecember 27, 2024
The concept art for the planned expansion of the Watsonville Public Library on Main Street highlights the rooftop cafe and community space that will be used by patrons for a variety of purposes. The funding for the planned expansion is slated to come from the voter-approved sales tax hike known as Measure R. (Photo provided by Watsonville, Calif.)

Thanks to a voter-approved sales tax increase, the city of Watsonville, Calif., is investing in upgrades that will benefit the whole community.           Known as Measure R, the half-cent sales tax increase was approved in November 2022 and went into … Continue reading →

Posted in Maintenance and Operations | Tagged January 2025, maintenance & operations, The Municipal

Renovated bike park challenges Park City novices, experts

The Municipal Posted on December 24, 2024 by Janet PattersonNovember 21, 2024
The redesign of the Creekside Bike Park is fun for riders and spectators and offers areas for novices and experts. (Photo provided by Park City, Utah)

In a city known for world-class athletes and a celebrated film festival, a one-acre pocket park is drawing new attention. What began as a dirt jump park nearly 20 years ago reopened in September as Creekside Bike Park with a … Continue reading →

Posted in Parks & Environmental Services | Tagged december 2024, municipal management, parks & enivronmental services, Parks & Rec, The Municipal

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