# Park Authority
The Park Authority Mission is to set aside public spaces for and assist citizens in the protection and enhancement of environmental values, diversity of natural habitats and cultural heritage to guarantee that these resources will be available to both present and future generations. To create and sustain quality facilities and services which offer citizens opportunities for recreation, improvement of their physical and mental well being, and enhancement of their quality of life.
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website: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/
CY_budget: $24,604,681
budget_percent: 0.60%
budget_per_capita: $21.72
program_outcome: Learning Enhancement
program_category: Education
service: Culture and Recreation
twitter: https://twitter.com/@fairfaxparks
UN_Sustainable_Development_Goals: Goal 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities