Friends of Des Moines Parks is sponsoring two presentations in early May by Dr. John Crompton, distinguished Professor of Recreation, Park and Tourism Sciences at Texas A&M University. Dr. Crompton is known worldwide for his work on marketing and financing of parks and recreation, especially during times of difficult financial
restraints. He is the most published scholar in the history of the fields of tourism and parks and recreation.
Dr. Crompton’s message is especially relevant to the Central Iowa area where we’re exploring the creation of a sustainable greenways system of the Des Moines and Raccoon Rivers. This greenway would preserve, protect, and enhance the environment, improve water quality, enable alternative transportation options, promote fun and healthy lifestyles, and foster community and economic vitality through regional cooperation.
The effort is being led by the Central Iowa Greenways Task Force. The Task Force represents 35 organizations and 63 individuals. Meetings, open to the public, are held every other month. Participation by all interested parties is encouraged. Dr. Crompton’s message will support the economic and cultural rational behind this planning process.
Dr. Crompton is an energetic speaker who inspires and educates his audience. Come hear him describe how parks and recreation can benefit the community by:
• Reducing health care costs
• Alleviating juvenile crime
• Improving community cohesion
• Promoting economic development
• Raising property values, and
• Encouraging civic responsibility
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