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us-news1 hour ago•25 min saved

Park Rules Put to the Test as SF Dad Teaches Kids Tennis on Public Court

A San Francisco father was questioned by park rangers while teaching his two kids to play tennis at a public court; he was warned of a potential $192 fine for teaching without a permit, though he wasn’t cited. The city says park rangers check for commercial instruction on public courts, and the father argues that teaching his own children should not be treated as commercial. He hopes the incident leads to a more family-friendly approach to park rules.

via New York Post|

#parents #permits #public-parks

environment9 months ago•2 min saved

Researchers Find Unexpected Behavior Exception in Public Parks

Research in Los Angeles shows that park use declines during extreme heat, but behavioral patterns like time of day and day of week have a greater influence on visitation than heat or amenities. High social sensitivity residents are more willing to travel to less sensitive parks, highlighting disparities. The study suggests focusing on increasing tree cover and green spaces in marginalized communities to improve heat relief and equity, emphasizing the importance of urban planning solutions like cool roofs and reflective pavements to combat climate change effects.

via Yahoo|

#climate-change #environment #equity

sports2 years ago•5 min saved

"Golfers Demand End to Black Market Tee Time Sales in L.A."

Golfers and community members in Los Angeles are demanding action from city officials to stop a black market in tee times at city golf courses, where brokers are buying up scarce tee times and charging high booking fees. The issue has sparked outrage and calls for investigation and prosecution of those involved. The golf advisory committee is considering measures to prevent brokering and ensure fair access to tee times, while also planning a larger meeting to discuss potential solutions with the involvement of a representative from GolfNow.

via Los Angeles Times|

#black-market #golf #los-angeles

local-government3 years ago•4 min saved

"Minnesota Cities Debate Public Marijuana Usage Policies Ahead of Legalization"

The Duluth City Council in Minnesota is considering a proposed ordinance to ban the smoking or vaping of marijuana in public parks, sparking concerns from some councilors about the lack of safe spaces for renters and marginalized communities to consume the drug. The proposed restrictions aim to ensure park users, especially children, are not exposed to secondhand smoke. However, there is confusion regarding the city's current tobacco restrictions, which do not apply to all parks. Some councilors support a blanket ban on smoking in public parks, while others suggest creating designated outdoor areas for smoking and vaping. The proposed ordinance is less restrictive than those in other Minnesota communities.

via Duluth News Tribune|

#duluth-city-council #local-government #marijuana