Barbara Tulipane, CAE, president and CEO of the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) issued the following statement in response to the recent tragedy in New York City:

"NRPA is deeply saddened by the tragic event along New York City's Hudson River Greenway that left several people dead and countless others injured. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families.

“As a country, terror and hate do not define us. 

“Together, we will not let these senseless acts of violence take away from the freedoms and opportunities that our parks and recreation areas provide." 

About the National Recreation and Park Association
The National Recreation and Park Association is a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to ensuring that all Americans have access to parks and recreation for health, conservation and social equity. Through its network of 60,000 recreation and park professionals and advocates, NRPA encourages the promotion of healthy and active lifestyles, conservation initiatives and equitable access to parks and public space. For more information, visit www.nrpa.org. For digital access to NRPA’s flagship publication, Parks & Recreation, visit www.parksandrecreation.org.