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.
Let’s face it, you have some very valuable staff on your team. Individuals who can fix a broken irrigation system, expertly spot issues with playground structures, and create amazing-looking sports fields.
Summer is a hectic time for parks and recreation agencies. Park maintenance teams are tasked with the landscaping and maintenance needs of parks and facilities. Add helping out with special events, and they may be overexerted and overstressed.
When you think of a campground, you may picture “roughing it” in solitude with just a tent and bonfire. Why would campgrounds need software to help with maintenance?
When it’s time to purchase new park maintenance equipment, you want to make sure you get your money’s worth. Finding the best equipment for park maintenance staff’s needs ensures they can get their jobs done safely and efficiently.
Training seasonal park maintenance staff shouldn’t be an afterthought.
You worked hard to secure quality seasonal staff for the busy season. Now it is time to make sure they get the training to complete their tasks successfully.
Seasonal or park clean-up events can be an excellent opportunity to get the community more involved in the parks they enjoy year-round.
Playgrounds provide the public with endless opportunities for fun, exercise, and quality time outdoors. However, as playgrounds age, a difficult decision must be made: Should the equipment be repaired or replaced?