Discuss the dual role of urban parks, like Henrico’s Tuckahoe Creek Park, in promoting nature preservation while accommodating urban expansion. Explore how public meetings enable community engagement for better park development. Highlight the partnership between local governments and real estate firms in contributing to conservation efforts, using Wilton Companies’ land donation as a case study. Emphasize the significance of infrastructure, like boardwalks and educational signage, in enhancing visitor experience and ecological awareness. Reflect on the potential of urban parks to act as biodiversity refuges amidst suburban growth.