This program is hosted by IPRA in conjunction with City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation
Plan for tomorrow, today. Park and recreation professionals hold the power to impact communities by how they manage these resources, how they spend, how they generate revenues, and how they work to create a financially sustainable future for their organizations and for the field of parks and recreation. Registration includes all learning materials, three breakfasts, and two lunches. Please indicate dietary restrictions and preferences upon registration. The Lessons -Terms and definitions creating a common language and understanding of finance-centric terminology -Discussion of current economic, social, and environmental conditions and realities and their influence on decision making -Economic principles and how they align with operations and service delivery -Understanding that budgeting is not an end game -Tools and methods for designing relevant and effective financial sustainability strategies -Pricing strategies and considerations -Inherent conflicts between ethics and investment/spending choices -Economic, social, and environmental theories and how they affect today's investment and spending choices.