Parks Department Implements ID Cards

PARD says "everyone is welcome"

"...That may be the new question posed to Austin Parks and Recreation Department visitors in coming weeks. PARD is..."

March 31, 2017 News Feature by Michael King

Then There's This: Parks and Rec in Review

In a parks-centric town like Austin, it's not easy being PARD

"...mad, and maddening year it's been for the Austin Parks and Rec­re­ation Department and the people it peeved in..."

Dec. 28, 2012 News Column by Amy Smith

Opinion: Parks Have Been our Refuge During the Pandemic. Using Them Responsibly Is the Only Way to Keep Them Open.

The CEO of Austin Parks Foundation asks you to respect our green space and the PARD staff working to maintain it

"...not to mention the heroes who are our city Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) staff. These are the fine..."

May 29, 2020 Column by Colin Wallis

Water Parks, Swimming Holes, and More Options to Keep You Cool

Beat the heat with these H2Options

"...to choose from. From floating obstacle courses to nude parks and scenic swimming holes, we’ve gathered all the fun..."

July 18, 2018 Events Post by Eilish O'Sullivan

Temporary, But Indefinite: Texas State Parks Close Tonight

Governor orders closure to mitigate spread of COVID-19

"...So far in the ongoing coronavirus crisis, Texas’ state parks have stayed open, clocking in March 740,000 day and..."

April 7, 2020 News Post by Kimberley Jones

Funding Texas' Parks and Wildlife: No Walk Through the Park

Parks may finally get more funding, but advocates are wary of shifting some assets to the Texas Historical Commission

"...Texas' parks last week came one step closer to seeing the..."

May 8, 2007 News Post by Daniel Mottola

Parks Smoking Ban, More Up Thursday

No ifs, ands, or (37,000) butts: One smokin' council agenda

"...disappoint with a wooly, 139-item agenda this Thursday. A parks smoking ban, a Comp Plan, bond election love-in, and..."

Dec. 5, 2011 News Post by Wells Dunbar

Parks Board Recommends Zilker Plan Despite Misinformation-Fueled Outrage

Stakeholders respond to 5,000-seat amphitheater concerns

"...The Zilker Park Vision Plan has cleared its last..."

May 26, 2023 News Post by Lina Fisher

Thinking Through Disc Golf and City Parks

"...and general office-mix use. Now the city of Austin Parks and Recreation Department is asking to rezone this property..."

Oct. 6, 2010 Postmarks

Parks and Rec Proposes Metered Parking for Deep Eddy Pool Lot

The currently free lot could see meters in 2020

"...On Friday, Sept. 13, the city’s Parks and Recreation Director Kim McNeeley sent a memo to..."

Sept. 18, 2019 News Post by Michael King

Clear-Cutting at Parks & Rec

Budget Pruning Kills Horticulture Unit

"...compost from the back of the old, green city Parks truck, sets it down, and takes out a cigarette...."

Aug. 30, 1996 News Feature by Louisa C. Brinsmade

Parks, Wildlife, and Racism

Wardens recount longstanding, institutional discrimination against African-Americans at TP&W

"...at conception," said one veteran warden at the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department, the agency charged with (among many..."

Aug. 10, 2012 News Feature by Patricia J. Ruland

Pocket Parks Popping Up All Over Town

Miniparks stake out green space in a crowded city

"...Austin, is part of an encouraging trend by the Parks & Recreation Department to open new "pocket parks" in..."

April 17, 2009 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

Who Will Preside Over Parks?

Austin Parks and Rec searches for a visionary new director

"...Austin's national search for a new director for our Parks & Recreation Department has been extended to mid-July, to..."

June 6, 2008 News Feature by James Scott Bankston

Texas Parks in Harm's Way

New report sounds alarm that Texas parks are being financially starved, warns that many of the state's open spaces and parks are under immediate threat

"...Risk," which not only sounded an alarm that Texas parks are being financially starved, but also warned that many..."

March 3, 2006 News Feature by Daniel Mottola

Open City Parks for Business Parking?

A proposal to save one restaurant's parking woes is not drawing many supporters

"...lease parking spaces that are managed by the city's Parks and Recreation Department. In turn, the businesses would contribute..."

May 24, 2013 News Feature by Elizabeth Pagano

Great Streets, Not So Great Parks

Battle at the park over Riverside Drive

"...others), the Junior League of Austin, Friends of the Parks, Arts Center Stage, and others...."

April 12, 2002 News Feature by Lauri Apple

Parks and Rec Shocker: More Money

PARD to get its biggest budget bump in years

"...It's not exactly a windfall, but the Parks and Recreation Department could get its biggest funding boost..."

Aug. 31, 2012 News Feature by Amy Smith

Parks and Rec Plus Eight

A new planning approach

"...That's how Sara Hensley, director of the city's Parks & Recreation Department, expressed her excitement this week about..."

June 26, 2009 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

Austin Parks: Trying to Fill the GAP

Group urges City Council to increase parks and rec budget

"...A coalition of park supporters called "Great Austin Parks" – comprised of members from 12 different groups, including..."

Aug. 16, 2013 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

Bell Blasts Perry for Underfunded Parks

Crisis predates current administration, but Dem says guv could have prodded Lege

"...sought to highlight Gov. Rick Perry's lackluster record on parks during a campaign stop Monday at McKinney Falls, one..."

Aug. 4, 2006 News Feature by Amy Smith

Downtown Puzzle: Waller Creek’s Chain of Parks

What’s happened already with the ambitious park and trail project, and what might happen next

"...$230 million. Funds already accrued include $13 million in Parks & Recreation bonds approved by voters in 2012, some..."

Sept. 22, 2017 News Feature by Robyn Ross

Do Not Let Loaded Guns in National Parks

"...advanced in Washington: allowing loaded guns in our national parks. Under longstanding Department of the Interior regulations, firearms are..."

June 23, 2008 Postmarks

Salvaging Our Parks

Texas State Parks Advisory Committee releases list of recommendations for saving long-neglected state park system

"...bill that would have shored up funding for state parks drew little notice and died quietly in a House..."

Sept. 1, 2006 News Feature by Amy Smith

Will Lege Rescue Starving State Parks?

Legislators claim help is on way for suffering parks system

"...70 staff positions were eliminated last year alone, many parks and historic sites cannot stay open to visitors all..."

Feb. 9, 2007 News Feature by Daniel Mottola

Austin Parks Foundation Discusses Racial Equity in Green Spaces

Panelists consider how Austin leadership should help dismantle racism in public spaces

"...In the first of two panels in Austin Parks Foundation's Parks Summit series, community members and city staff..."

Sept. 18, 2020 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Forklift Danceworks' My Parks, My Pools, My City

With Bartholomew Swims, Allison Orr's dance company plunges into Austin's pool problem

"...and a pool mechanic who first worked for the Parks & Recreation Department's Aquatic Division in 1982 – he..."

July 28, 2017 Arts Feature by Jonelle Seitz

Parks Board Supports Shrinking Off-Leash Area

Suggested plan would require new Downtown housing to provide dog play areas

"...park's off-leash dog area won the approval of the Parks and Recreation Board Tuesday night. The board voted 5-1..."

Dec. 13, 2013 News Feature by Amy Smith

Texas Should Really Care About Parks and Wildlife

"...decades since the Legislature has adequately funded our state parks. Even still, dedicated state employees (yes, they do exist!)..."

Feb. 21, 2007 Postmarks

Parks and Rec: If You Build It ...

Is Austin's appetite for fountains bigger than its wallet?

"...Park? A fountain needs fixing, and a pond, the Parks and Recreation board has decided, needs to be left..."

May 28, 2010 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

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