Happy Thanksgiving!
Thanksgiving is an important time for reflecting on the things that we are grateful for. As an organization, we are grateful to all of our supporters for helping us take such good care of our Park. If you would like to find out how you can support our work: https://jamesriverpark.org/support/
Meet James River ParkStar Cassi Patterson
This month’s ParkStar, Cassi Patterson, tells us why the Pump House Park is special to the history of RVA, and why it deserves to be preserved and restored.
We did it!
Thank you! Richmond City leaders heard our message and on October 25th voted to adopt the Mayor’s proposed spending plan for the $155 million funding. $78 million of those dollars will be used to make an unprecedented investment in our parks and community centers.
ParkRules: Canis Familiaris Praecepta (Dog Rules)
As we work to increase accessibility to ALL Richmonders and visitors, we welcome to the Park people of all ages, races, sexes, and abilities. We even welcome their dogs…Within reason.
Parks and Community Centers are Upstream Solutions
We’ve heard talk that some on City Council wish to reallocate where ARP funds go. Here is an op-ed submitted to our local media outlets by Josh Stutz, our Executive Director.
What to Tell Your Councilmember
We’ve heard talk that some on City Council wish to make changes to Stoney’s plan and reallocate where some of those funds go. Here is language that we’ve used to communicate with Richmond’s elected officials. You are welcome to use it as well, and we encourage you to make your voice heard.
Another Way to Give
As you probably know, we continue to thrive thanks to your generosity. Another way to support our efforts is through the donation of stocks and other marketable securities. These donations help to sustain our long-term efforts.
Tell City Council You Support $78 Million for Parks & Community Centers
On September 13th, Richmond Mayor Lavar Stoney presented his plan for allocating $155 million in American Rescue Plan funds. The plan directs $78 million towards parks and community centers. Please do your part to support the James River Park.
Meet ParkStar Laura Greenleaf!
Laura Greenleaf is a Certified Virginia Master Naturalist and the co-founder of our Invasive Plant Task Force. Thanks to her work (and the work of our many volunteers!) we can uproot nuisance plants and allow our native plants to thrive!
Do You Make a Difference?
There’s a quote out there about the power of a group. It alludes to the fact that one person doing something small may not make a difference, but a lot of people, each doing that small thing, can exact a colossal change.