Since July 1985, we have celebrated Parks and Recreation Month because it is valuable to a municipality and its residents. It is one of the most visible local government services and it is important that your community demonstrates the value of this service.

Need some innovative examples of what other communities are doing? Check out these resources from the Knowledge Network:

•  Learn about the Summer Heatwave program in Gainesville, Florida, and how the city was able to inspire citizens to invest in their community.
•  This community farm in German Town, Tennessee, has been a great success!
•  Durham, North Carolina, serves its community, inclusively, by ensuring accessibility in its parks. Read about their efforts in “Accessible Skate Park and Other ADA Success Stories.”
• Read this list of resources that offer information on how best to handle your aging parks and recreation infrastructure.
• This blog post highlights the best resources of Parks and Recreation Month in July 2013.

What has your community done to enhance your parks and recreation services? Contribute your successes on the Knowledge Network. For other resources, check out the parks and recreation topic page and the parks and recreation management topic page.