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Parks, Progress & Passion with John Jenkins

Deconstructing Dallas by Deconstructing Dallas

May 28, 202530:01News & Politics

🏞️ Episode OverviewIn this inspiring episode, Ryan and Shawn sit down with longtime friend and Director of Dallas Park and Recreation Department John Jenkins to talk about the incredible progress of Dallas Parks and Rec...

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Parks, Progress & Passion with John Jenkins is an episode from Deconstructing Dallas by Deconstructing Dallas. 🏞️ Episode OverviewIn this inspiring episode, Ryan and Shawn sit down with longtime friend and Director of Dallas Park and Recre...

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Published May 28, 2025, 30:01 long, audio available.

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🏞️ Episode OverviewIn this inspiring episode, Ryan and Shawn sit down with longtime friend and Director of Dallas Park and Recreation Department John Jenkins to talk about the incredible progress of Dallas Parks and Recreation. From a rising national ParkScore to summer programming that changes lives, this episode celebrates the green spaces that bring Dallas together and the man helping lead that charge. Interview begins at 6:40 ✨ Highlights Dallas ranks nationally in the Trust for Public Land’s ParkScore — now with 81% of residents living within a 10-minute walk of a park. John Jenkins reflects on 32 years of service and his rise through the Dallas Park system. Updates on major park developments: Southern Gateway (now Hensley Park), Bachman Lake enhancements, Glendale Park renovation, and more. The impact of recreational programs and summer camps, especially for underserved youth and therapeutic programs. Jenkins' vision for equity and inclusivity: making every park feel like a “backyard” and every rec center like a “country club.” 🛠️ Featured Projects Southern Gateway Park (Hensley Park) Oak Cliff’s Glendale Park Renovation Bachman Lake Skatepark & Aquatics Center Spraygrounds & pickleball courts (now over 70!) East Dallas’ Willie B. Johnson Recreation Center transformation 🎧 Listen & SubscribeAvailable on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast platforms.📲 Stay ConnectedLearn more: DallasParks.org Follow: @DallasParkRec on social media

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Published May 28, 2025 and 30:01 long