changelabsolutions.org 18 Community Example Los Angeles County, CA: Parks After Dark Program Parks After Dark, a collaboration among Los Angeles city and county government, law enforcement, and community partners, began as an effort to reduce crime by keeping parks open later during the summer. By providing residents — especially young people and gang-involved community members — with opportunities for recreation and other government services, Parks After Dark has grown into a broader health-promotion initiative. Today, Parks After Dark programs offer everything from athletics to dance classes to legal and social services. They also foster positive connections between residents and deputy sheriffs, who participate in Parks After Dark events with the community. Key Resources Better Park Design Can Prevent Crime (National Trails Training Partnership) Promoting Open Space and Environmental Clean-Ups (National Crime Prevention Council Creating Healthier Suburbs: Tools for Transforming Sprawl into Livable Communities (ChangeLab Solutions) Healthy Planning Guide: A Guide for Development Strategies (ChangeLab Solutions)
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