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Описание: What does it take to build a world-class urban park from the ground up?

In this episode of The Daily Parks and Rec Show, Craig LeBlanc sits down with Martin Nembhard, Vice President of Parks Operations at Waterloo Greenway Conservancy in Austin, Texas.

From managing iconic spaces like Bryant Park and the High Line in New York City to helping lead the transformation of downtown Austin’s Waterloo Greenway, Martin shares powerful insights on:

〰️ Public-private park partnerships
〰️ Fundraising strategies that actually work
〰️ Building community buy-in
〰️ Urban planning and legacy park development
〰️ Why parks are essential for mental, physical, and social health

With Phase Two of Waterloo Greenway opening soon and Austin rapidly evolving, this conversation offers real-world lessons for parks professionals, city leaders, and urban planners.

If you care about the future of parks and public spaces — this episode is a must-watch.

🔥 Key Highlights
✔️ Adding 30 acres of parkland to downtown Austin
✔️ 1,500 trees and 150,000 native plants in Phase Two
✔️ Moody Amphitheater as an economic engine
✔️ Partnering with Live Nation for 35+ concerts annually
✔️ Internship model that builds long-term workforce pipelines
✔️ Real-world fundraising insights from major park systems
✔️ Why public parks are equity in action

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