For The Health Of It Tennessee’s Healthy Parks Healthy Person app rewards outdoor activity and connects park use with healthcare through park prescriptions. This article is for Members only
More Than Meets The Eye Trees in parks cool cities, store carbon, lower energy costs, support health, strengthen communities, and make public spaces more inviting. This article is for Members only
The Quest For Physical Fitness Parks and recreation agencies are evolving from playground providers into vital partners in community fitness, wellness, and public health. This article is for Members only
Stay Out Of Hot Water Public hot tubs demand vigilant maintenance, water-quality testing, trained staff, and adequate resources to protect patrons from illness. This article is for Members only
Lack Of Loos An Urgent Issue Clean, safe, accessible park restrooms require careful design, reliable maintenance, sufficient staffing, and realistic budgets. This article is for Members only
Wash Away Germs Proper tools, cleaning methods, and staff practices can reduce germs and protect users in busy locker rooms and recreation facilities. This article is for Members only
A Dirty Little Subject Cleaning and disinfecting are distinct processes; understanding proper sequence, dwell time, soil removal, and product use helps protect facility users. This article is for Members only
Jumping In Lexington’s Better Bites initiative improved pool concessions by making healthier food choices accessible, appealing, and financially practical. This article is for Members only
Do More Than Scratch The Surface Effective disinfecting requires correct products and procedures plus verification methods that reveal whether surfaces are actually clean. This article is for Members only
What Stinks? Effective restroom odor control begins by locating the source, improving cleaning methods, maintaining fixtures, and addressing ventilation. This article is for Members only
Dog Poo Dog-waste management requires convenient disposal systems, clear rules, visitor education, consistent maintenance, and realistic enforcement. This article is for Members only
Contaminating Or Cleaning Mops, buckets, and cleaning cloths can spread contamination unless staff use modern equipment, proper procedures, and effective training. This article is for Members only
