Social media helps humanize police departments by allowing the police force to connect and converse with the public; more importantly, it provides a platform for police officers to share multiple types of information quickly. Sergeant Tracy Lillard will show several ways she

This session will present three working models for engaging unique communities, particularly those excluded or disenfranchised from public spaces (or simply felt). These groups include community-based artists in under-resourced areas and queer and trans youth of color, among others. The Chicago Park

As our population continues to age, communities must continue to stay livable and usable to all because the reality is that we’re designing these communities for our future selves. According to the World Health Organization, by 2050, 2 billion people will be

Is your goal to be promoted or become a superintendent of recreation? This session is for professionals looking to advance in the therapeutic recreation field and seeking advice on developing their professional selves and leadership styles. Five superintendents from various special recreation

The session will focus on contracts related to using park facilities (party rooms, gymnasiums, pools, etc.) and the best practices for reducing liability issues associated with using these facilities. Learning Outcomes: – Understand the basic contract issues related to using park district

If you are looking to discuss current trends, pain points, hardships, and other topics in the world of parks and facilities maintenance, join your colleagues for a lively discussion at this timely and relevant roundtable. Bring your questions, ideas, and any challenges

Be ready when grants are announced. Time is of the essence. This session will uncover the essential information necessary to make your pitch for justifying a grant award. Be prepared and shovel-ready! Learning Outcomes: – Identify the essential benchmarks that support needing

You’ve worked hard and been rewarded for it, so now what? Managing a team of your peers for the first time can be intimidating, but it does not have to be! Join us to learn how to align your team’s goals with