Parks Department commits to enhancing Veterans Park by utilizing existing public space.

Delaware County commissioners approved a letter of support for Preservation Parks' request to buy 96 acres in Genoa and Harlem townships that would connect to Gertrude Lawrence Nature Preserve near Hoover Reservoir; staff recommended approval and Preservation Parks thanked the board.

A September meeting will take a step toward establishing a community-specific thematic zoning district for Schenley Park, to be followed later by seeking funding to make it happen. This story is pr...

A legislative work group opened to study creating the Melissa and Mark Hortman Memorial State Park on the Capitol grounds. Members reviewed the enabling charge, set a reporting deadline and requested agency briefings on boundaries, roles and costs.

Supervisors adopted multiple resolutions to accept grants (including a $200,000 parks grant and CDC public‑health funds), increased furniture contracts, authorized MOHCD to acquire 758 Pacific for a 100% affordable 175‑unit senior development, and approved emergency dredging at the Marina with costs estimated above $2,500,000.

The board unanimously authorized staff to submit five Washington State RCO grant applications covering projects at Minnehaha Park, Franklin Park and the Iron Bridge River Gateway, seeking roughly $4.6 million in state grants according to staff’s presentation; awards would expand each project's scope and staff will return for contract approvals if grants are awarded.

City Council plans community input workshops for boardwalk repair and master planning.

Board approves two-hour park closure for unique playground showcase on August 6.

Council endorses substitute motion allowing Viridian control over park development funds

City staff say Meppin Park (about 8 acres by the community gardens) is eligible for Land and Water Conservation Fund conversion and could receive a $250,000 grant for amenities once a playable field/photo is in place; council also reviewed impact-fee balances and an April 2 hearing in pending impact-fee litigation.

City staff presented a purchase agreement for an 80%-scale Vietnam War memorial wall at Freedom Point (Lions Park). The project price is $350,000 with $75,000 already fundraised; the mayor approved $150,000 state distribution funds and the committee recommended a $275,000 city payment (to be recouped in part by additional donations). Committee members raised questions about park capacity and public input before recommending adoption.

Team outlines construction cost estimates and design efficiencies for Logboom Park project.

Lakewood's parks see significant upgrades including new playgrounds and improved access facilities.

Council discussed options for Hunter/Better Beach Park—acquisition, master planning, and funding possibilities including ODNR coastal-management grants—and agreed to hold a committee-of-the-whole work session on Nov. 18 to develop next steps.

Delhi Park management calls for courteous behavior and warns against misuse of equipment.

City leaders prepare for Parkapalooza to gather community feedback on park design concepts.

City officials confirm October meeting cancellation and celebrate upcoming park projects.

Council Member Dukes engages residents in Pioneer Park to address community safety and park needs.

Parks Board discusses funding Bailey Park grant while addressing Veil property's financial liabilities.

Parks staff reported a 28% year-over-year increase in Deutschenfest tickets, summarized upcoming recreation programs, and provided construction and timeline updates for Murchison Park, 1849 Park, Kelly Lane Park and the Monarch Recreation Center. Staff previewed the Destination Play bond project and an athletic field feasibility study.

City leaders announce new parade route after construction disrupts original staging area.

Parks and Recreation tracks historical field usage data to improve scheduling and space management.