Percentage of Programmed Park Space

Source: The Trust for Public Land

This indicator provides a measure of high-quality, programmed recreational space. The indicator identifies the percentage of designed parkland. Designed areas are parklands that have been created, constructed, planted, and managed for human recreation. They include playgrounds, neighborhood parks, sports fields, plazas, boulevards, municipal golf courses, municipal cemeteries, and areas served by roadways, parking lots, and service buildings. Natural areas are either pristine or reclaimed lands that are open to the public and left largely undisturbed and managed for their ecological value (i.e., wetlands, forests, deserts). While they may have trails and occasional benches, they are not developed for any recreation activities beyond walking, running, and cycling.

• Inviting and accessible parks and public spaces that provide recreation experiences, respect the environment, and connect people and places

• Vibrant, enjoyable activity centers

• High-quality community facilities that provide for the diverse needs of residents

• A city that enables healthy, active lifestyles and social well-being