Economic Growth Through Exceptional Parks
You Are Invited
You’re Invited to join Eugene Parks Foundation and Eugene Area Chamber of Commerce for a celebration of EPF’s Legacy Circle members and an engaging exploration Eugene’s Exceptional Parks and Economic growth vision.
“Exceptional Parks and Recreation Spaces are anchors for prospering socio-economic ecosystems and catalysts for thriving, vibrant, healthy communities.” Eugene Parks Foundation Vision
Day/Date: Thursday, October 5, 2023
Time: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Where: The Shedd, 868 High St., Eugene, OR
Cost: $10 ticket price includes small plates, beverages and an inspiring conversation.
As showcased in nationwide studies, Exceptional Parks:
- Increase property values
- Inspire tourism and visitor spending
- Enhance workforce development and recruitment outcomes
- Generate new business investments
- Bring foot traffic to local businesses
- Lower healthcare costs
- Reduce stormwater infrastructure costs
- Reduce crime and adverse behavior
- Alleviate homelessness in parks and recreation spaces
- Increase local tax revenue
Meet Our Featured Speakers
Ashley Espinoza
Executive Director
Lane Workforce Partnership
Brittany Quick-Warner
CEO and President
Eugene Chamber of Commerce
Lucy Vinis
Mayor of Eugene
Mike Coughlin
Business Leader and Entrepreneur
Ariel Lissman
Executive Director
Eugene Parks Foundation
Please only reserve a ticket if you intend to be present as seats are limited. Can’t attend but wish to donate? Donate here.
For more information, email Ariel Lissman, Executive Director, Eugene Parks Foundation
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