Akron, OH engage neighborhoods in improving their green spaces with Akron Parks Challenge

Akron, OH Parks Challenge Neighborhoods Improving Spaces

In Progress

This annual challenge seeks applications by neighborhood groups to improve Akron's 161 parks. Each application proposes upgrades ranging from community gardens to health and wellness activities. The Akron Parks Challenge encourages teams to develop friends groups, conduct surveys, and incorporate input from neighbors. A panel of judges from project partners like Akron Parks Collaborative selects recipients of up to $100,000 based on sustainability, equity, and feasibility.

Parks and Recreation Citizen Engagement Land Use Planning / Development Budgeting

Akron, OH

Municipality in Ohio

United States

Links

Akron Parks Challenge I Akron Parks Collaborative

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Attachments

2019 U.S. Conference of Mayors CLA Program

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Newsworthy

Press Release - THIRD AKRON PARKS CHALLENGE POSTPONED UNTIL 2021 : City of Akron

Press Release - 2019 Akron Parks Challenge Encourages Residents to Pitch their Vision for their Favorite Park : City of Akron

Project Succeeded

Five park projects benefitted from the first two challenges. The Akron Parks Challenge received 122 applications representing every city ward. The U.S. Conference of Mayors recognized Akron for Outstanding Achievement in its 2019 City Livability Awards.

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