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Making a Case for Parks & Recreation

CPRS believes there should be public investment in parks, open space and recreation to achieve positive environmental, economic, and health outcomes for all Californians.  

Advocacy for Parks & Recreation includes:

  • Position parks and recreation as an essential community service to elected officials and the general public
  • Preserve and protect government provided parks and recreation
  • Positively impact the profession’s future and develop your advocacy skills
  • Utilize resources for lobbying at the local level
  • Track state & federal legislation that may have significant impact to service delivery
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CPRS Advocacy Resources and Opportunities

Members receive access to the CPRS Lobbyist concerning pending legislation.  Also, the statewide branding campaign “Parks Make Life Better!®” is a tool available to members to position parks & recreation as an essential service in their own community. Currently 360+ agencies statewide are using the campaign. Monthly Legislative Committee calls are open to all members to participate in or just listen to what is going on right now.