P&R Annual Report 2019

connect As part of our Plan2Play master plan, Greensboro Parks and Recreation is working to connect communities with a vibrant, healthy, and equitable park system through ongoing public input and engagement.

Key Accomplishments • Planning and Development partnered with the Fire Department to install rescue marker signs on watershed trails and educate the public about trail safety. • Designed and installed new Battleground Park District map and signage connecting the Science Center, Country Park, and the National Military Park. • Created opportunities for the Bog Garden Plant Committee to connect their passion for native plants by teaching volunteers at the Bog Garden and the Bird, Bee, and Butterfy Garden at Woven Works Park. • Continued the PGA HOPE program for veterans at Gillespie Golf Course. • Held a “Hearts & Rec” retreat for Recreation Center Staf. As part of the retreat, staf participated in an interactive presentation about Plan2Play and their role in creating community hearts throughout Greensboro. • Hosted the Carolina Model Railroaders Annual Train Show at Lewis Recreation Center. • Installed three new garden beds in the club garden at Smith Senior Center through a volunteer Eagle Scout project. • Sponsored “Growing the Green Way” seasonal horticulture education classes in partnership with the Master Gardener Volunteers of Guilford County. • Provided free exhibition space in the Atrium of the Greensboro Cultural Center for visiting public art exhibitions. • Established new Ofce of Community Engagement to better connect and engage with our community and partners, build our department brand and outreach, and establish ongoing sponsorship and volunteer opportunities. • Held Community Conversation at Al Lowe Boxing Center in December to gather public input regarding possible facility improvements, new amenities, equipment, or programs. • Held Summer Camp Fair for residents to learn about summer camp opportunities available through Parks and Recreation, and help establish easy, on-site registration.