10 Minute Walk

Communities of Practice

Planning for Policy Action

Join a team-based workshop series for municipal and county agencies advancing local policy change.

Apply by September 17

Program Overview

The Planning for Policy Action Track is an opportunity to join a tight knit network of practitioners and advocates who are committed to adopting policies that drive equitable park access. Grounded in the 10-Minute Walk Key Park Equity Policies Framework, the cohort will explore municipal policies that shape park investment and improvements, how people access parks, and the public processes involved in these decisions. 

By the end of the series, your team will: 

  1. Develop a customized action plan to address a local park equity policy challenge.
  2. Learn from expert case studies and peers to apply best practices to your context. 
  3. Gain skills and strengthen capacity to advance long-term policy change. 

We will explore the following park-related policies in this cohort:

  • Park Needs Assessment
  • Park Impact Fee
  • Parkland Dedication Ordinance
  • Developer Incentives for Parks or Public Space
  • Common or Shared Open Space Requirements

Program Structure

Cities applying for the Planning for Policy Action Track should have a baseline understanding of their local policy challenges. Through this cohort, the 10-Minute Walk program will collaborate closely with you to provide capacity building, connect with peer cities, and bring in subject matter experts to clarify issues and identify meaningful actions.

To join the Planning for Policy Action Track, complete the application which includes the following:

    1. Describe your policy challenge. Share a brief description of your local policy challenge, and what you hope to achieve through collaborating with 10-Minute Walk and peer cities.
    2. Create a city team. Bring together 2-4 members from different departments and sectors to form one city team. The team can include (but is not limited to) park departments, mayoral offices, and representatives from city planning, economic development, health, climate, nonprofits or other groups that are interested in exploring shared goals and opportunities related to park equity. All team members will be required to attend each session.
    3. Nominate a team leader. Each city team will appoint a team leader to drive strategy for the submitted policy challenge and act as the main point of contact working with 10-Minute Walk.
    4. Apply by September 17. 

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Session Topics

We will meet on Wednesdays from 2-3:30PM ET every other month.

  • Review: Park Equity Policy Framework — September 24, 2025
  • Assess: Local Policy Challenges — November 5, 2025
  • Explore: Deep Dive 1: Expert Insights & Case Studies — January 14, 2026
  • Explore: Deep Dive 1: Expert Insights & Case Studies — March 4, 2026
  • Apply: Roadmap for Policy Change — May 6, 2025

Please contact us if you have any questions about this track.