In the newest episode of 99 Voices, Laney DeJonge shares how the community is getting down and dirty to preserve Alabama's native plants and nature. Learn more how volunteers from across the city and the support from Lea Ann Macknally of Macknally Land Design have led to native plants in the medians of Highland Park. #puttingpeoplefirst https://lnkd.in/gytrVxSM
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Plastic is more harmful than we think. Here's an article to understand the drawbacks of using plastic regularly. Join us at PlanetCents: https://planetcents.us/ #PlanetCents #PlanetCentsMovement #plastics #sustainability
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Trust for Public Land works to connect everyone to the benefits and joys of the outdoors. They were founded in 1972 on the conviction that all people need access to nature and the outdoors, close to home, in their cities and communities. Trust for Public Land works with communities to create parks and protect public land where they’re needed most, as a matter of health, equity, and justice. Since 1972, they have created thousands of parks and protected millions of acres of public land ⬇️ 🌳 4 million acres protected 🌳 5,364 outdoor spaces created 🌳 9.3 million people connected to the outdoors 🌳 $93 billion secured in public funding Join our committed environmental partners and us in addressing some of the most critical challenges facing our planet: https://lnkd.in/eAQbevp2
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This week on The Boomerang. My review of Rebecca Renner's stellar non-fiction debut, GATOR COUNTRY. "Gator Country takes seriously what Floridians already know, and few people outside the state understand, that living in Florida is living on the edge–of the swamp, of the North American continent, of life. " #bookrecommendation #bookreview #florida #nonfiction https://lnkd.in/dvbXXa9q
Poachers, Alligators, and the Sublime Beauty of the Florida Swamps
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Did you know there are 60 local NWTF chapters, in Tennessee? 61 if you include the state chapter, according to NWTF.org. There are 95 counties in Tennessee. What's that mean? There are opportunities to grow conservation efforts statewide! How? By getting involved and creating a new chapter in areas that don't have one. We have some awesome Regional Directors working in Tennessee that can help! The link is to the Chapter Guide manual and has solid information on how to get started. https://lnkd.in/d_sGbv4M
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Check out this piece I wrote for the August issue of Parks and Rec Business Magazine about segregated recreation and how parks and rec departments can address this history (and current inequities) today.
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Catch this webinar next week March 5th to learn about practical solutions for meeting housing need without overshooting planetary boundaries from Habitat for Humanity Europe & Middle East Martha Dillon Daniel Brewer Steve Sanham
Want to discover innovative solutions for addressing the housing crisis? Hosted by our partner Finders International Probate Genealogists, join Habitat for Humanity Great Britain's Director of Development, Tessa Kelly, in this free #webinar to discuss empty homes and the power of Local Authorities in our mission to explore alternative approaches to affordable and quality housing. Register now! https://loom.ly/al37fAw
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This article gives fascinating insight into the early days of community water systems in the Midwest US. The story even includes a cow! https://lnkd.in/gAuGzY_t
History & Memories of Michiana | **Hi-Res Friday: **The standpipe in South Bend was a fixture on the city's skyline for 57 years | Facebook
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In New York City, four iron monkeys, once part of the decor at Riverside Park's Ten Mile River Playground, have been removed to a storage yard on Randall’s Island, a stone's throw from where Robert Moses, the influential yet contentious parks commissioner, once wielded his power. This action followed the resurgence of interest in a segment of Robert Caro’s 1974 biography "The Power Broker," which scrutinizes Moses' urban planning decisions, suggesting the monkeys were a racist affront to the predominantly Black neighborhood. The book accuses Moses of implementing urban planning strategies that discreetly marginalized African American and Puerto Rican communities, including the allegation that he designed low overpasses on the Southern State Parkway to restrict these communities' access via bus to suburban amenities and beaches like Jones Beach. The controversy surrounding the iron monkeys and Moses' broader legacy highlights a complex debate about urban planning's role in shaping racial and social landscapes. However, the article challenges the straightforward interpretation of the monkeys as a symbol of racism. It points out that similar decorations are found in a playground in a predominantly White neighborhood, suggesting a different intent behind their placement. Furthermore, the supposed shackles on the monkeys are speculated to represent the rings children play with in playgrounds, not chains. This interpretation is bolstered by the historical demographic composition of West Harlem during the 1930s, which contradicts the assertion that the playground was situated in a predominantly Black area. The discourse around Moses, including the design of parkway overpasses to potentially limit minority access to certain public spaces, illustrates the intricate ways in which infrastructure can embody and perpetuate social divisions. Yet, this account is met with nuanced perspectives that challenge the simplicity of labeling Moses' actions as solely motivated by racial prejudice. His contributions to New York's public spaces and infrastructure are undeniable, though his legacy remains marred by allegations of racial discrimination. The fate of the monkeys, amidst this reevaluation of Moses' impact on New York City, emphasizes the ongoing dialogue about historical memory, urban planning, and social justice. Their removal from Riverside Park reflects not just a moment of controversy but a broader reconsideration of the symbols we maintain in our public spaces and the histories they represent. #RobertMoses #UrbanPlanning #SocialJustice #NYCHistory #PublicSpaces #ThePowerBroker #Infrastructure #RacialEquity #LegacyReevaluation
Did Robert Moses Put His Racism on Display in a Harlem Playground?
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Discover John's Creek: The 9th Largest City in the State of Georgia Explore the interactive reports below for a detailed insight into the vibrant community of John's Creek, one of Georgia's largest and most dynamic cities!! Click the link to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gj__cqwe
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Did you know? The Rustenburg Local Municipality officially came to life on 29 September 2000, as per North West Provincial Gazette No 5574 and Section 12 of the Municipal Structures Act (Act 117 of 1998). The establishment of this vibrant community marked the disestablishment of previous municipalities. #RustenburgCouncillors #CommunityLeadership #DecisionMakingInAction #RustenburgMunicipality #CommunityUpdates #LocalGovernmentInAction #CommunityMilestones #LocalGovernment #History #Rustenburg
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