Housing Stability

Parks, trails, natural areas, and other public spaces are important community assets. They provide places for physical activity, recreation, social connection, relaxation, and time outdoors, all of which can contribute to physical and mental well-being. Access to greenspace is also an issue of health equity. The benefits of parks and recreation depend not only on whether green spaces exist, but also on whether they are safe, welcoming, well maintained, accessible, and easy for residents to reach.