Connecting to the Power of Recreation + Sport
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Welcome to the seventh issue of the Rec Report, ISG's hub for sharing success stories, helpful resources, and ways to connect in the recreation industry. In this issue, we will explore how the strongest communities invest in:
- Experiences
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Relationships
- Sense of belonging
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Projects In Your Backyard |
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| A Community Favorite is Evolving. Here's Why.
Plymouth, MN
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Community support is helping Plymouth invest in a vital facility's future. Welcoming over 300,000 visitors annually, the Plymouth Community Center provides a wide variety of programs, services, and recreational opportunities. As use continues to increase and existing facilities age, the City is undertaking a planning effort to identify improvements that will better meet community needs, enhance year-round access, and position the center for long-term success.
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| How One Athletic Complex Became
a Community
Gathering Place
Albert Lea, MN
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Albert Lea's athletic complex demonstrates the long-term value that comes from facilities educational and community needs. What began as a referendum-funded project with a clear commitment to serve students and residents alike has delivered on that promise. Five years after opening, the complex continues to expand access, support year-round use, and strengthen community connections.
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Residents Build On A Strong Legacy + Chart Future Public Spaces
New Ulm, MN
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An unprecedented number of residents contributed their local park and recreation master plan. Through extensive engagement and cross-department collaboration, the City built and adopted a plan that honors its legacy while prioritizing future investments. In addition, an asset management dashboard gives the City a clear inventory of existing assets, their condition, and anticipated needs, helping staff prioritize investments and plan future improvements.
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Experiential design helps parks, recreation, and athletic facilities tell their story by integrating branding, graphics, donor recognition, and wayfinding into the built environment. Branding and graphics can elevate the gameday experience, donor recognition features recognize those who make projects possible, and wayfinding helps visitors navigate more easily within campuses. Experiential design strengthens a place's identity and creates memorable experiences that keep people connected long after they leave.
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What project do you have on the horizon? ISG's funding and planning experts can help with the application process. Check out some of the upcoming
application deadlines:
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Industry Events + Happenings
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