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Your local park is bringing in the green (and by that, we mean money)
A report finds that every dollar invested in parks and recreation generates $3 in local economic benefits annually. Parks also reduce healthcare costs by promoting physical activity, which saves $2,000 per person yearly. Both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump voters view parks as critical infrastructure, highlighting their bipartisan value.
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