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 →
When Monique Odom first joined Nashville, Tenn.’s, Metro Parks and Recreation in 2006, she wasn’t planning to make history. After transferring from the Metro Human Relations Commission to serve as a financial officer, she hoped to round out her practical … Continue reading →
Whether you live on the East Coast, in the South, the Midwest or on the West Coast, if there are municipal ponds, lakes or beaches within city limits, at some point, you’re faced with how to clean or maintain those … Continue reading →
Many people aim to stay active to reap numerous health benefits. Depending on location, this can be easier said than done. However, some cities offer a cornucopia of recreation opportunities – indoors and outdoors. According to WalletHub.com, having these options … Continue reading →
The summer of 2021 proved to be a struggle for seasonal staffing for businesses and city operations alike around the country. Cities as large as Denver reduced the number of flower beds in parks and the frequency of trash pickups … Continue reading →
2020 and 2021 could be called “the years of the bicycle” for many reasons. What does that mean? Sheryl Ely, with Knoxville, Tenn., Parks and Recreations, is known for her philosophy of moving neighbors to nature. She said, “The city … Continue reading →
Since 1958, our team at Monroe Truck Equipment has served our customers across the country by providing customizable truck bodies, trailers and snow and ice control equipment. Monroe Truck Equipment delivers the best value in the industry by providing unrivaled … Continue reading →
In today’s world of tight budgets and lean staffing, it is imperative that procurement agencies make the most of their grounds maintenance budgets with reliable equipment at reasonable costs. Procurement managers know that requests for proposals (RFP) are time consuming … Continue reading →
What do you know about Shawnee, Kan.? Not much? Well, wherever you’re from, you’ll want to visit the beautiful Wilder Bluff Park as soon as you can where there are numerous amenities to delight. The name Wilder Bluff, one of … Continue reading →
As one of the most versatile building solutions on the market, ClearSpan structures provide a number of benefits to operations, in any industry. One advantage businesses gain when they choose fabric cladding is abundant natural light, and while it may … Continue reading →
AMCS, the leading global supplier of integrated software and vehicle technology for the waste, recycling and resource industries, today announced that it has started a research collaboration with Confirm – the Science Foundation Ireland funded research centre for smart manufacturing … Continue reading →
