Publications

New Yorkers for Parks’ Research & Planning Department monitors park conditions, educates the public about park policy and funding issues, and weighs in on open space components of real estate developments in all five boroughs. Our reports and studies work to affect change on a citywide level, offering solutions to ensure that park services are efficient, effective and equitable.

To find out more, contact Research & Planning Director, Cheryl Huber, chuber@ny4p.org.

Report Card on Parks Project

New Yorkers for Parks’ award-winning Report Card on Parks project was designed in 2002 and is the only independent, annual survey of the maintenance of parks in all five boroughs.
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The Natural Areas Initiative

Learn why natural areas are so important in New York City.

Park Profiles

An in-depth analysis of each park surveyed in The Report Card on Parks. Each profile provides a detailed analysis of the park’s Report Card grade and community-level statistics.

How Smart Park Investment Pays Its Way

This joint study by Ernst & Young and NY4P links well maintained parks to the real estate value of surrounding propertie

CivicPanel Surveys

CivicPanel partners with NY4P to survey individuals in New York City and across the country on their parks, playgrounds and beaches and how they impact our communities.

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Grounds For Play

This 45-page book describes the evolution of the playground advocacy movement in New York City from the origin of city playgrounds in 1887 to next steps for the 21st Century. To request your free copy, email

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