Skimp: deficient in supply or execution especially through

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“There seems to be no better argument for city planners not to skimp on the urban green spaces than this. People love parks!” from “The Happiest and Saddest Places in New York City, According to Twitter

The author explains how city planners will try their best to include spaces that include nature because people seem to be attracted by it.