Resource Management
Resource management is the efficient and effective development of an organization's resources when they are needed. Such resources may include the financial resources, inventory, human skills, production resources, or information technology (IT) and natural resources. This area contains resources applicable to the essential components of a comprehensive project management plan to execute and monitor a project successfully.
Native, Invasive, and Other Plant-Related Definitions
US Dept. of Ag, 2022
Technical definitions related to the management of plant species
Cool-Season Turfgrass Pest Management
Penn State University Extension, 2015
This study guide is designed to help potential pesticide applicators prepare for the PA state certification exam in lawn and turf to meet the certification requirements listed in the state and federal guidelines.
Turf Pest Control
Kansas State University Extension, 2013
This manual provides detailed information on diagnosis and management of turfgrass diseases, insect pests, and weeds.
Integrated Management of Turfgrass Insects
Purdue University Extension, 2020
The goal of this publication is to provide property owners and turfgrass management professionals with basic information to: 1) properly identify the most common turfgrass insect pests of Indiana and adjacent states, 2) recognize insect damage, 3) understand insect biology and 4) formulate safe and effective pest management strategies.
Common Insects and Disease Pests of Turfgrasses & Ornamentals
Alabama A&M and Auburn Universities Extension, 2017
Use these images and brief descriptions to learn about the most common plant disease symptoms,insects, and related arthropods.
Maintenance Calendar for Cool-SeasonAthletic Fields
Virginia Coorperative Extension, 2021
Guideline for turfgrass maintenance schedules
Fall Lawn Care
Virginia Cooperative Extension, 2020
The fall season is an important transition period ofturfgrass growth and development, and the management of your warm- and cool-season grasses at this time of year means a great deal in terms of anticipated success in your lawn the following spring.
Integrated Pest Management
National Park Service, 2022
Virtual training resources offered by the NPS
SAMPLE - Project Priority Tool
University of Wisconsin, 2019
Template spreadsheet to assist with capital project management and cost analysis
Parks & Recreation Facility Costs Calculation
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This article will discuss two (2) viewpoints of calculating facility/park cost –current methods or Square Footage and future methods or Facility Unit Service Capacity.
SAMPLE - Superintendent’s Recommended Budget
Minneapolis Parks and Recreation Board, 2021
Sample budget justification from a large mid-western city
An Introduction to Strategic Capital Replacement Planning
Alternate Care Purchasing & Products,
Effective capital replacement planning requires that a facility prioritizesits capital replacement spending, using its business model and business objectives as guidelines. While business models and objectives will vary greatly from facility to facility, it is crucial that each facility establish priorities to effectively plan for capital replacement investments.
Rain Gardens - A Manual for Central Florida Residents
University of Florida - IFAS Extension, 2010
The purpose of this handbook is to provide homeowners with the tools needed to design, install and maintain a rain garden in a residential landscape. Many of the concepts can be transferred to commercial sites as well.
Rain Gardens - A How to Guide
Indiana Lake Michigan Coastal Program, 2011
This guide will assist you in the process of planting a rain garden. There are many ways to plant a rain garden, but the steps in this guide are designed to ensure your garden functions properly as a buffer to water runoff.
Maintaining Your Rain Garden
University of Illinois Extension, 2017
Slide deck from a Master Gardener presentation giving an overview of rain garden design, and frequent maintenance tasks required to keep them functioning properly.
