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NRPA Survey Finds That Americans Prefer Gov. To Fund Parks & Recreation
Editor's Note: This news item was retrieved and first published through The National Recreation & Park Association website.
ASHBURN, Va. - In a recent survey conducted by NRPA, the association found that Americans favor local governments setting aside funds for revitalization projects. The study showed that more than four in five Americans (85 percent) want their local governments to fund park and recreation revitalization projects, including the restoration of parks, playgrounds, recreation centers and community centers, according to a recent poll conducted by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA).
When comparing respondents who are most likely to completely or strongly support park and recreation revitalization projects, parents are the most dedicated proponents (66 percent) followed by millennials (64 percent), while more than half of Americans overall are also ardent supporters (59 percent). “Communities everywhere rely upon well maintained parks and recreation facilities. Local government officials need to dedicate money for park and recreation revitalization projects to ensure everyone has access to a great park,” said Kevin Roth, NRPA vice president of professional development, research and technology.
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