Even the most carefully landscaped park can be quickly tarnished by trash and litter. Litter in parks is unsightly and a hazard to visitors and the environment.
Park maintenance departments face a common problem. There is too much to do and not enough time and resources to do it. Maintenance managers face difficult decisions about what work needs to be done and what has to be shelved for another day.
The new year is an excellent time to review and freshen up your maintenance practices to set your team up for success. January is a (relatively) quiet time that offers a chance for you to focus on strategic planning.
Adding technology to your maintenance department can be a valuable investment. It can also be a challenge.
After all, breaking routines is not easy. Change presents obstacles, even if it ultimately helps the maintenance team and agency work smarter and more efficiently.
For some, working in park maintenance can be a dream job. Spending time outdoors and not being bound to a cubicle. Using your energy and abilities to give positive experiences to visitors and participants. Seeing your work make a powerful impact on the community.
Picnic shelters are an in-demand amenity found in many parks. They provide a place to eat, gather, or take a break from the sun.
As you’re beginning to close out the growing season, your team is probably feeling the strain of this busy time. You’re not alone.
Park maintenance managers face continued pressure to do more with less. Tighter budgets, fewer staff, and more expectations can make any park maintenance team feel stretched thin.
As we all know, the most cherished parks have something for everyone. Children burn off energy at the playground. Dog owners congregate in dog parks. Picklers fill the pickleball courts. And active adults have a place to enjoy nature and get exercise.
There is often a (very) brief period towards the middle of summer where your team gets a respite from everything happening over the last couple of months. As we all know, it doesn’t last long, but it provides an opportunity that should not be ignored.