Parks commissioner Mitchell Silver has a vision to make New York City’s parks more inclusive, attractive and safe. As city life gets ever busier, urban green spaces can be crucial for our wellbeing, health and sense of community – as well as offering opportunities for urban agriculture and education. If you live in a US city, which is your favourite green oasis and why? From enormous city parks to neighbourhood community gardens, share the urban green spaces that mean the most to you.
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