News Release:
NRPA 2018 Report Provides Benchmarking Data For Parks & Recreation Areas
Editor's Note: This news item was retrieved and first published through NRPA's website.
ASHBURN, Va.— The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) releases the 2018 NRPA Agency Performance Review. It provides park and recreation professionals the data they need to be industry leaders, while best serving their communities. Benchmarking data for park and recreation agencies nationwide in order for local parks or campgrounds to compare themselves in the industry is a key part of the findings. This report, with its accompanying interactive and customizable online tools, is the most comprehensive resource of park and recreation data and insights in the United States.
According to the NRPA press release, The 2018 NRPA Agency Performance Review replaces outdated national standards with key metrics that empower park and recreation agencies to compare themselves with their peers and identify best practices. Key findings show that the typical park and recreation agency has 10 acres of park land per 1,000 residents and one park per 2,114 residents. Much more information from field research around the country was obtained, and is included in the 30-page PDF report.
For the full press release and report findings, click here.