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“Parks serve as powerful conveners and social gathering places that strengthen connections between people and communities,” said Katherine Johnston, executive director of the San Diego Parks Foundation. “However, years of underinvestment and neglect have created stark differences in the quantity and quality of local parks and recreation centers.”

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More than 15,000 children are expected to participate in the “Summer for All of Us” initiative. Michel Anderson, chair of the San Diego Parks Foundation, said his one message to families is to “get outside.” In partnership with the mayor and county, he said they are concentrating on communities of concern. The foundation wants families to enjoy the parks, beaches and many programs San Diego has to offer.