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During the summer, the parks staff has a very visible presence throughout our city. I am certain you have seen brightly colored T-shirts busily scurrying throughout the city, cutting the grass, trimming weeds, and getting sports fields ready for play; those are the seasonal staff we have to assist with the miles and acreage of turf, parkways, trees, weeds, shrubbery, etc. Yet it is our full time staff that is left to continue once summer has gone. One would think the workload would lessen, and oftentimes I am asked if things do slow down for...
As evidenced by the plethora of political signs popping up around town, the election season is upon us. One thing you are certain to hear from aspiring to incumbent politicians, from the local to national level is economic development. It doesn’t matter if you lean left or right, leaders will tout how they will create jobs and improve and diversify the economy. What voter does not want to see these things happen? It’s one thing to say you are going improve the economy but how does it really happen? I do not know the entire answer to that questi...
One out of every two U.S. adults is living with a chronic disease, such as heart disease, cancer or diabetes. These diseases contribute to disability, premature death and rising health care costs. The United States Surgeon General has implemented a call to action to combat this heath crisis. What does the call to action consist of you might ask; billions of dollars to research new drugs, expensive nutrition programs, taxes on sugary beverages and unhealthy snacks? Luckily, none of the above is true. The call to action is simple: walk. Walking...
Green River is recognized nationally and locally for outstanding parks and recreational opportunities. The employees and volunteers in the department take great pride in Green River evidenced by outstanding programs and spaces provided to the community. Parks and recreation is often viewed as a nice amenity contributing to the overall quality of life but not an essential service. Parks and recreation is more than just an amenity, it provides vital and essential services to community. To name just a few, parks and recreation provides economic...
