CPC Weblog
an annotated chronological list of links related to planning and development in Greater Cleveland
02 January 2009
Group opposes port relocation
The Dike 14 Preservation Committee opposes the Cleveland-Cuyahoga County Port Authority's plans to relocate their facilities to a new site north of East 55th Street. The group says that the move threatens the East 55th Street Marina, Gordon Park, and Dike 14.
The Dike 14 Preservation Committee opposes the Cleveland-Cuyahoga County Port Authority's plans to relocate their facilities to a new site north of East 55th Street. The group says that the move threatens the East 55th Street Marina, Gordon Park, and Dike 14.
Labels: Cleveland east side, Downtown Cleveland, economic development, greenspace
Erosion in the CVNP
Runoff from increased exurban development around the Cuyahoga Valley National Park continues to cause erosion problems along the Cuyahoga River. Park officials are developing natural systems approaches to controlling erosion.
Runoff from increased exurban development around the Cuyahoga Valley National Park continues to cause erosion problems along the Cuyahoga River. Park officials are developing natural systems approaches to controlling erosion.
Labels: Cuyahoga County, Cuyahoga River watershed, greenspace, Summit County
29 December 2008
The PD on Re-Imagining a More Sustainable Cleveland
A Plain Dealer editorial says that the Cleveland's new vacant land redevelopment guidelines could be a national model for urban sustainability.
A Plain Dealer editorial says that the Cleveland's new vacant land redevelopment guidelines could be a national model for urban sustainability.
Labels: Cleveland, greenspace, sustainability
23 December 2008
Re-Imagining a More Sustainable Cleveland
On Friday, the Cleveland City Planning Commission adopted guidelines for "Re-Imagining a More Sustainable Cleveland" (PDF). The guidelines were developed over the past year by the City of Cleveland, Neighborhood Progress Inc., and Kent State's Urban Design Collaborative, with funding from the Surdna Foundation. They summarized "the goals, principles and strategies for returning vacant properties to productive use at the city-wide scale" and identified "policy changes that will enable the city to better make use of this growing resource."
On Friday, the Cleveland City Planning Commission adopted guidelines for "Re-Imagining a More Sustainable Cleveland" (PDF). The guidelines were developed over the past year by the City of Cleveland, Neighborhood Progress Inc., and Kent State's Urban Design Collaborative, with funding from the Surdna Foundation. They summarized "the goals, principles and strategies for returning vacant properties to productive use at the city-wide scale" and identified "policy changes that will enable the city to better make use of this growing resource."
Labels: Cleveland, greenspace, sustainability
19 December 2008
Forest Hill Park amphitheater proposal
Mayor Brewer of East Cleveland proposed building a 12,000-seat amphitheater in his city's portion of historic Forest Hill Park. The idea would require approval from the Forest Hill Park Advisory Commission, and at least one of its three members is opposed to the concept. Others question the need for additional concert venues.
Mayor Brewer of East Cleveland proposed building a 12,000-seat amphitheater in his city's portion of historic Forest Hill Park. The idea would require approval from the Forest Hill Park Advisory Commission, and at least one of its three members is opposed to the concept. Others question the need for additional concert venues.
Labels: Cleveland Heights, East Cleveland, greenspace
18 December 2008
West Creek funding
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources awarded a $27,000 grant to the City of Parma from the federal Land & Water Conservation Fund. It will be used for the acquisition of a 2.85-acre riparian site near West Creek.
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources awarded a $27,000 grant to the City of Parma from the federal Land & Water Conservation Fund. It will be used for the acquisition of a 2.85-acre riparian site near West Creek.
Labels: Cuyahoga River watershed, grants and appropriations, greenspace, Parma
12 December 2008
Sustainable local food systems
This week's Scene includes a look at the increasing popularity of urban farming in Cleveland. Early next month, City Council may vote on legislation relaxing the rules for raising chickens and bees. At the state level, the Ohio Food Policy Council is promoting the advancement of local food systems.
This week's Scene includes a look at the increasing popularity of urban farming in Cleveland. Early next month, City Council may vote on legislation relaxing the rules for raising chickens and bees. At the state level, the Ohio Food Policy Council is promoting the advancement of local food systems.
Labels: Cleveland, greenspace, Ohio, sustainability
01 December 2008
New University Circle transit station plans
Steven Litt was impressed by the plans for the redesign of the bus and rapid transit station at the base of Cedar Hill in University Circle. Under the plans, the transfer station on the south side of Cedar Glen would be replaced with a new public park.
Steven Litt was impressed by the plans for the redesign of the bus and rapid transit station at the base of Cedar Hill in University Circle. Under the plans, the transfer station on the south side of Cedar Glen would be replaced with a new public park.
Labels: architecture, East Cleveland, greenspace, public transit, urban design
26 November 2008
Lakewood Park improvements
While work continues on the second phase of improvements to Lakewood Park, City officials are considering future investments.
While work continues on the second phase of improvements to Lakewood Park, City officials are considering future investments.
Labels: greenspace, Lakewood
24 November 2008
WVIZ to broadcast Citizen Hauser again
As a tribute to the late Ed Hauser, WVIZ will re-air the 2006 documentary Citizen Hauser twice this week, on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. and on Wednesday at 11:00 p.m.
As a tribute to the late Ed Hauser, WVIZ will re-air the 2006 documentary Citizen Hauser twice this week, on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. and on Wednesday at 11:00 p.m.
Labels: Cleveland, events, greenspace
19 November 2008
Lakefront property lines appeal heard
The Ohio 11th District Appeals Court heard oral arguments in the Lake Erie property lines case on Tuesday. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources earlier attempted to have one of the three judges disqualified because of a potential conflict of interest, but was rebuffed by the Ohio Supreme Court. A decision is not expected for several months.
The Ohio 11th District Appeals Court heard oral arguments in the Lake Erie property lines case on Tuesday. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources earlier attempted to have one of the three judges disqualified because of a potential conflict of interest, but was rebuffed by the Ohio Supreme Court. A decision is not expected for several months.
Labels: greenspace, Lake Erie, Ohio
13 November 2008
Jacobs to buy part of Geauga Lake site
The Jacobs Group is under contract to purchase 30 acres of the 540-acre Geauga Lake site from Cedar Fair. The property is in Bainbridge Township, and the company intends develop it as big box retail.
Update: the Aurora Advocate has more information.
The Jacobs Group is under contract to purchase 30 acres of the 540-acre Geauga Lake site from Cedar Fair. The property is in Bainbridge Township, and the company intends develop it as big box retail.
Update: the Aurora Advocate has more information.
Labels: Geauga County, greenspace, Portage County, retail, urban sprawl
24 October 2008
Partial ruling in Solon senior housing case
The Ohio Supreme Court dismissed a request from TransCon builders to rezone a site near Hawthorne Valley Country Club in Solon. However, the Court has not begun deliberations on a related lawsuit challenging the validity of the ward veto provision in the City's referendum zoning rules.
The Ohio Supreme Court dismissed a request from TransCon builders to rezone a site near Hawthorne Valley Country Club in Solon. However, the Court has not begun deliberations on a related lawsuit challenging the validity of the ward veto provision in the City's referendum zoning rules.
Labels: greenspace, residential, seniors, Solon, zoning
21 October 2008
Nine Mile Marsh
The conversion of the Langerdale Retention Basin in South Euclid has been completed. The concrete channelized drainageway along Nine Mile Creek was replaced with a man-made wetland. The 10 acre, $1.2 million restoration will reduce flooding and provide new habitats.
The conversion of the Langerdale Retention Basin in South Euclid has been completed. The concrete channelized drainageway along Nine Mile Creek was replaced with a man-made wetland. The 10 acre, $1.2 million restoration will reduce flooding and provide new habitats.
Labels: greenspace, South Euclid, sustainability, water
Mountain biking in protected areas
The Plain Dealer recounts the Cleveland Area Mountain Bike Association's dispute with the Cleveland Metroparks over building trails in the park system. Meanwhile, the National Park Service is preparing a rule that will transfer decision making-power about bicycle trails to local park administrators. The Cuyahoga Valley National Park will use funds from the Krejci dump settlement to study the possibility of building trails.
The Plain Dealer recounts the Cleveland Area Mountain Bike Association's dispute with the Cleveland Metroparks over building trails in the park system. Meanwhile, the National Park Service is preparing a rule that will transfer decision making-power about bicycle trails to local park administrators. The Cuyahoga Valley National Park will use funds from the Krejci dump settlement to study the possibility of building trails.
Labels: alternative transportation, Cuyahoga County, greenspace, Summit County
10 October 2008
Clean Ohio in Northeast Ohio
The Plain Dealer summarized the impacts of the Clean Ohio program in Greater Cleveland. The bond program is up for renewal as Issue 2, and Lakewood City Council passed a resolution in support of program.
Update: Issue 2 has bipartisan support from top office-holders in Columbus.
The Plain Dealer summarized the impacts of the Clean Ohio program in Greater Cleveland. The bond program is up for renewal as Issue 2, and Lakewood City Council passed a resolution in support of program.
Update: Issue 2 has bipartisan support from top office-holders in Columbus.
Labels: alternative transportation, greenspace, land, Ohio
06 October 2008
Serbian Cultural Garden dedication
The new Serbian Cultural Garden in Cleveland's Rockefeller Park was dedicated on Sunday. It is located on Martin Luther King Boulevard, across from the new Azerbaijan Cultural Garden.
The new Serbian Cultural Garden in Cleveland's Rockefeller Park was dedicated on Sunday. It is located on Martin Luther King Boulevard, across from the new Azerbaijan Cultural Garden.
Labels: Cleveland east side, greenspace
01 October 2008
CAMBA and the Metroparks
The Cleveland Area Mountain Bike Association reports that it has been unsuccessful in its efforts to get the Cleveland Metroparks to allow the expansion of a bike trail network.
(via Cool Cleveland)
The Cleveland Area Mountain Bike Association reports that it has been unsuccessful in its efforts to get the Cleveland Metroparks to allow the expansion of a bike trail network.
(via Cool Cleveland)
Labels: alternative transportation, Cuyahoga County, greenspace
29 September 2008
PD Clean Ohio editorial
A Plain Dealer editorial urges voters to approve Issue 2, the renewal of the Clean Ohio program, calling it a "a sound investment that benefits both urban and rural Ohioans."
A Plain Dealer editorial urges voters to approve Issue 2, the renewal of the Clean Ohio program, calling it a "a sound investment that benefits both urban and rural Ohioans."
Labels: alternative transportation, greenspace, land, Ohio
28 September 2008
Solon's last farm
Carol Schultz, owner of the last farm in Solon, has resisted offers to sell her land to developers.
Carol Schultz, owner of the last farm in Solon, has resisted offers to sell her land to developers.
Labels: greenspace, Solon
22 September 2008
ABJ Clean Ohio editorial
An Akron Beacon Journal backs the renewal of the Clean Ohio program, saying that it "has been a catalyst for change in the state's economy."
An Akron Beacon Journal backs the renewal of the Clean Ohio program, saying that it "has been a catalyst for change in the state's economy."
Labels: alternative transportation, greenspace, land, Ohio
21 September 2008
Solon to preserve Maresh property
The City of Solon and the Western Reserve Land Conservancy will purchase, restore, and preserve a 14 acre property southwest of the intersection of SOM Center Road and Hawthorn Parkway. It includes the headwaters of the south branch of Sulfur Springs, a Chagrin River tributary. The City helped to preserve another 14 acre site in June.
The City of Solon and the Western Reserve Land Conservancy will purchase, restore, and preserve a 14 acre property southwest of the intersection of SOM Center Road and Hawthorn Parkway. It includes the headwaters of the south branch of Sulfur Springs, a Chagrin River tributary. The City helped to preserve another 14 acre site in June.
Labels: Chagrin River watershed, greenspace, Solon
10 September 2008
Court favors Metro Parks
Last week, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit in Cincinnati reversed a lower court decision that had granted Advanced Hydro Solutions access to the Gorge Metro Park in Summit County. The Court of Appeals returned the case to U.S. District Court in Akron with instructions to dismiss it (PDF) for lack of jurisdiction.
Last week, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit in Cincinnati reversed a lower court decision that had granted Advanced Hydro Solutions access to the Gorge Metro Park in Summit County. The Court of Appeals returned the case to U.S. District Court in Akron with instructions to dismiss it (PDF) for lack of jurisdiction.
Labels: Cuyahoga River watershed, greenspace, Summit County
03 September 2008
Camp Cheerful buys land
Achievement Centers for Children completed the purchase of a 4.3 acre site on Royalton Road adjacent to Camp Cheerful in Strongsville. A hotel had been proposed for the site, but the new owners will keep it undeveloped.
Achievement Centers for Children completed the purchase of a 4.3 acre site on Royalton Road adjacent to Camp Cheerful in Strongsville. A hotel had been proposed for the site, but the new owners will keep it undeveloped.
Labels: greenspace, Strongsville
22 August 2008
Geauga Lake sale may be pushed back
Cedar Fair may postpone the sale of large portions of the former Geauga Lake site because the company feels that the offers for the land are too low. The delay could provide more time for the roller coaster enthusiasts seeking to preserve the Big Dipper.
Cedar Fair may postpone the sale of large portions of the former Geauga Lake site because the company feels that the offers for the land are too low. The delay could provide more time for the roller coaster enthusiasts seeking to preserve the Big Dipper.
Labels: Geauga County, greenspace, historic preservation, Portage County, urban sprawl
Rockefeller Park and the Cleveland Cultural Gardens
Walk+Roll Cleveland's signature event will be held on Sunday in Cleveland's Rockefeller Park, and provides an opportunity to reflect on the renewed interest in the park's Cultural Gardens. Steven Litt is encouraged by the recent activity, but feels that the park and gardens "need to be re-envisioned". ParkWorks and University Circle Incorporated are engaged in a strategic planning process to improve the park.
Walk+Roll Cleveland's signature event will be held on Sunday in Cleveland's Rockefeller Park, and provides an opportunity to reflect on the renewed interest in the park's Cultural Gardens. Steven Litt is encouraged by the recent activity, but feels that the park and gardens "need to be re-envisioned". ParkWorks and University Circle Incorporated are engaged in a strategic planning process to improve the park.
Labels: alternative transportation, Cleveland east side, greenspace
20 August 2008
Possible sale of Acacia Country Club
Members of Acacia Country Club in Lyndhurst are considering whether to dissolve the club and sell its 160 acre site for development. Brokers speculate that the property at Cedar and Richmond Roads could be sold off in parts for residential, retail, and office construction.
Members of Acacia Country Club in Lyndhurst are considering whether to dissolve the club and sell its 160 acre site for development. Brokers speculate that the property at Cedar and Richmond Roads could be sold off in parts for residential, retail, and office construction.
Labels: greenspace, Lyndhurst
15 August 2008
Lake Erie coastal management policies
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources will hold three public meetings in September about proposed changes to the policies regulating development along the Lake Erie coastline. The Cuyahoga County meeting will be held on September 18 at the Don Umerley Civic Center in Rocky River.
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources will hold three public meetings in September about proposed changes to the policies regulating development along the Lake Erie coastline. The Cuyahoga County meeting will be held on September 18 at the Don Umerley Civic Center in Rocky River.
Labels: events, greenspace, Lake Erie, Ohio
11 August 2008
CVSR's Bike Aboard Flagstop Service
The National Park Service is working to reduce automobile traffic in its parks. In the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad's Bike Aboard service has tripled in popularity this summer. It offers cyclists the opportunity to bike the Towpath Trail in one direction and ride the train in the other for a $2 fare.
The National Park Service is working to reduce automobile traffic in its parks. In the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad's Bike Aboard service has tripled in popularity this summer. It offers cyclists the opportunity to bike the Towpath Trail in one direction and ride the train in the other for a $2 fare.
Labels: alternative transportation, Cuyahoga County, greenspace, rail, Summit County, sustainability
01 August 2008
Clean Ohio renewal editorial
In an editorial, the Morning Journal supports the renewal of the Clean Ohio program, saying that "it's one issue that should not get lost in the crowd" this November.
In an editorial, the Morning Journal supports the renewal of the Clean Ohio program, saying that "it's one issue that should not get lost in the crowd" this November.
Labels: alternative transportation, greenspace, land, Ohio
29 July 2008
Canal Basin District Plan meeting
A public meeting about the Canal Basin District Plan will be held this evening at KA's design studio on West 9th Street in Cleveland. Planners are looking for ways to connect the Towpath Trail and planned Canal Basin Park to nearby neighborhoods and Lake Erie.
A public meeting about the Canal Basin District Plan will be held this evening at KA's design studio on West 9th Street in Cleveland. Planners are looking for ways to connect the Towpath Trail and planned Canal Basin Park to nearby neighborhoods and Lake Erie.
Labels: alternative transportation, Downtown Cleveland, events, greenspace
28 July 2008
Highland Heights drilling controversy
A charter amendment that would forbid development or resource extraction in Highland Heights parks will likely appear on the November ballot. Meanwhile, a natural gas drilling company is suing the City. The company claims that it has authorization to drill in Highland Heights Community Park.
Update: Highland Heights City Council placed the charter amendment on the ballot.
A charter amendment that would forbid development or resource extraction in Highland Heights parks will likely appear on the November ballot. Meanwhile, a natural gas drilling company is suing the City. The company claims that it has authorization to drill in Highland Heights Community Park.
Update: Highland Heights City Council placed the charter amendment on the ballot.
Labels: greenspace, Highland Heights
24 July 2008
Reuse strategies for vacant land
Participants in a May planning charrette generated ideas for revitalizing vacant land in Cleveland.
Participants in a May planning charrette generated ideas for revitalizing vacant land in Cleveland.
Labels: Cleveland, greenspace, sustainability
22 July 2008
Geauga Lake site to be split into three
Cedar Fair is in negotiations with three companies for the sale of the former Geauga Lake site. They reached an agreement with an unidentified buyer for Geauga Lake Hotel and the 11 acres that surround it. Another company is interested in building retail on 100 acres on the west end of the property, and a third wants to build housing on 440 acres between the other two areas. Meanwhile, roller coaster enthusiasts are pessimistic about the future of the historic Big Dipper.
Cedar Fair is in negotiations with three companies for the sale of the former Geauga Lake site. They reached an agreement with an unidentified buyer for Geauga Lake Hotel and the 11 acres that surround it. Another company is interested in building retail on 100 acres on the west end of the property, and a third wants to build housing on 440 acres between the other two areas. Meanwhile, roller coaster enthusiasts are pessimistic about the future of the historic Big Dipper.
Labels: Geauga County, greenspace, historic preservation, Portage County, urban sprawl
21 July 2008
Portage Park District levy
Portage County residents will vote on a 0.5-mill levy for Portage Park District operations. Voters have turned down levy requests four times in the past 12 years. The group Citizens for Portage Parks supports the levy request.
Portage County residents will vote on a 0.5-mill levy for Portage Park District operations. Voters have turned down levy requests four times in the past 12 years. The group Citizens for Portage Parks supports the levy request.
Labels: greenspace, Portage County, tax policy
14 July 2008
West Creek Confluence restoration begins
Close to 200 people attended the concrete-breaking ceremony for the West Creek Confluence Project on Friday. The restoration of the ten acre site in Independence will be completed in three to five years.
Close to 200 people attended the concrete-breaking ceremony for the West Creek Confluence Project on Friday. The restoration of the ten acre site in Independence will be completed in three to five years.
Labels: Cuyahoga River watershed, greenspace, Independence
11 July 2008
Highland Heights parks petition
The group Love Our Green Space presented a petition for a charter amendment that would "ban residential, commercial and industrial development" and "prohibit commercial activities such drilling, mining and logging" in Highland Heights parks.
The group Love Our Green Space presented a petition for a charter amendment that would "ban residential, commercial and industrial development" and "prohibit commercial activities such drilling, mining and logging" in Highland Heights parks.
Labels: greenspace, Highland Heights
North Branch Preserve expansion
The Cleveland Metroparks will purchase a 14.3 acre site south of the North Branch Preserve for $700,000. Solon City Council approved a conservation easement for the property and contributed $45,000 toward its purchase.
The Cleveland Metroparks will purchase a 14.3 acre site south of the North Branch Preserve for $700,000. Solon City Council approved a conservation easement for the property and contributed $45,000 toward its purchase.
Labels: greenspace, Solon
01 July 2008
Blossom land to be preserved
The Trust for Public Land reached an agreement with the Musical Arts Association that could lead to the transfer of 620 undeveloped acres around Blossom Music Center to the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. The Musical Arts Association will retain the 140 acres occupied by Blossom facilities. The agreement is contingent upon appropriations from the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund.
Update: the Akron Beacon Journal has more information.
The Trust for Public Land reached an agreement with the Musical Arts Association that could lead to the transfer of 620 undeveloped acres around Blossom Music Center to the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. The Musical Arts Association will retain the 140 acres occupied by Blossom facilities. The agreement is contingent upon appropriations from the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund.
Update: the Akron Beacon Journal has more information.
Labels: greenspace, Summit County
The urban forest at the Federal Building
Cleveland Magazine took a quick look at the redesign of the plaza surrounding the Anthony J. Celebrezze Federal Building at East 9th Street and Lakeside Avenue in downtown Cleveland. It will include a decorative screen by Los Angeles artist Pae White.
Cleveland Magazine took a quick look at the redesign of the plaza surrounding the Anthony J. Celebrezze Federal Building at East 9th Street and Lakeside Avenue in downtown Cleveland. It will include a decorative screen by Los Angeles artist Pae White.
Labels: Downtown Cleveland, greenspace, urban design
27 June 2008
Valley View subdivision approved
The Valley View Planning Commission approved plans for the Preserves at Hathaway Farm subdivision. An earlier proposal called for 23 homes on on 13.2 are site, but the approved design has 20 homes. The property is adjacent to the Kukoleck farmstead in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, and Superintendent John Debo hopes the development's impacts can be minimized.
The Valley View Planning Commission approved plans for the Preserves at Hathaway Farm subdivision. An earlier proposal called for 23 homes on on 13.2 are site, but the approved design has 20 homes. The property is adjacent to the Kukoleck farmstead in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, and Superintendent John Debo hopes the development's impacts can be minimized.
Labels: greenspace, residential, Valley View
26 June 2008
WKYC on gardening and farming
Channel 3 aired stories about the increasing popularity of community gardening in Cleveland (video) and about the Farmland Center's FarmLink (video) program.
Channel 3 aired stories about the increasing popularity of community gardening in Cleveland (video) and about the Farmland Center's FarmLink (video) program.
Labels: Cleveland, Greater Cleveland, greenspace, sustainability
23 June 2008
Food access and community gardening
Brad Masi of the New Agrarian Center describes how community gardening can be used to combat food deserts, using a new community garden at Huron Hospital in East Cleveland as an example.
Brad Masi of the New Agrarian Center describes how community gardening can be used to combat food deserts, using a new community garden at Huron Hospital in East Cleveland as an example.
Labels: Cleveland, East Cleveland, equity planning, greenspace, sustainability
17 June 2008
Countryside Conservancy applications are in
15 people applied to operate the three available farms in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
15 people applied to operate the three available farms in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
Labels: Brecksville, greenspace, Summit County, Valley View
Big Dipper sold
The landmark Big Dipper roller coaster was tentatively sold to an undisclosed buyer at the Geauga Lake auction today. The purchaser intends to move it to an as-yet unannounced location and reassemble it "not as a ride, but as a nostalgia piece."
The landmark Big Dipper roller coaster was tentatively sold to an undisclosed buyer at the Geauga Lake auction today. The purchaser intends to move it to an as-yet unannounced location and reassemble it "not as a ride, but as a nostalgia piece."
Labels: Geauga County, greenspace, historic preservation, Portage County
13 June 2008
Clean Ohio funding
The economic stimulus package signed yesterday by Governor Strickland includes a renewal of the Clean Ohio program. If Ohio voters approve the $400 million bond issue in November, funding for the program will be doubled. Half of the funds would be used for brownfield remediation, and the other half would support greenspace conservation, trail construction, and farmland preservation.
The economic stimulus package signed yesterday by Governor Strickland includes a renewal of the Clean Ohio program. If Ohio voters approve the $400 million bond issue in November, funding for the program will be doubled. Half of the funds would be used for brownfield remediation, and the other half would support greenspace conservation, trail construction, and farmland preservation.
Labels: alternative transportation, greenspace, land, Ohio
10 June 2008
Emerald ash borer
Ohio has changed its approach to the emerald ash borer over the last five years, shifting from efforts designed to block its spread to education, outreach, and management. The invasive insect has been discovered in 35 of Ohio's 88 counties.
Ohio has changed its approach to the emerald ash borer over the last five years, shifting from efforts designed to block its spread to education, outreach, and management. The invasive insect has been discovered in 35 of Ohio's 88 counties.
Labels: greenspace, Ohio
Public funding for Harbor Town project
In addition to the other projects mentioned earlier, the Ohio capital budget bill includes $500,000 for lakefront development in Euclid.
Update: the bill also includes $150,000 for the renovation of League Park, $100,000 for the redesign of the Euclid Beach Pier, and $15,000 for the completion of a walking trail in Parma Heights.
In addition to the other projects mentioned earlier, the Ohio capital budget bill includes $500,000 for lakefront development in Euclid.
Update: the bill also includes $150,000 for the renovation of League Park, $100,000 for the redesign of the Euclid Beach Pier, and $15,000 for the completion of a walking trail in Parma Heights.
Labels: alternative transportation, Cleveland east side, Euclid, grants and appropriations, greenspace, Parma Heights
29 May 2008
Bids in for Geauga Lake sale
Four local developers submitted bids for the purchase of the former Geauga Lake site in Geauga and Portage Counties. The companies are interested in developing the 500 acre property as a mixed-use development.
Four local developers submitted bids for the purchase of the former Geauga Lake site in Geauga and Portage Counties. The companies are interested in developing the 500 acre property as a mixed-use development.
Labels: Geauga County, greenspace, mixed-use, Portage County
Urban gardening in the news
Tuesday's Sound of Ideas program on WCPN was devoted to a discussion of urban gardening in Cleveland and the innovative programs offered through the Ohio State University Extension. Community gardening is also gaining popularity in Lakewood, and this week's Cool Cleveland looked at some techniques for turning waste streams into sustainable local agriculture.
Tuesday's Sound of Ideas program on WCPN was devoted to a discussion of urban gardening in Cleveland and the innovative programs offered through the Ohio State University Extension. Community gardening is also gaining popularity in Lakewood, and this week's Cool Cleveland looked at some techniques for turning waste streams into sustainable local agriculture.
Labels: Cleveland, Greater Cleveland, greenspace, sustainability
Hydro power company files permit paperwork
Advanced Hydro Solutions still wants to build a hydroelectric plant at the Cuyahoga River dam in the Gorge Metro Park. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission terminated the application for the project last June, but the company is now seeking a renewal of the permit.
Advanced Hydro Solutions still wants to build a hydroelectric plant at the Cuyahoga River dam in the Gorge Metro Park. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission terminated the application for the project last June, but the company is now seeking a renewal of the permit.
Labels: Cuyahoga River watershed, greenspace, Summit County
27 May 2008
CAMBA promotes trail network
The Cleveland Area Mountain Bike Association is trying to convince the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and the Metroparks systems in Cuyahoga and Summit counties to build a 100 mile network of unpaved trails.
The Cleveland Area Mountain Bike Association is trying to convince the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and the Metroparks systems in Cuyahoga and Summit counties to build a 100 mile network of unpaved trails.
Labels: alternative transportation, Cuyahoga County, greenspace, Summit County
21 May 2008
Taxpayer lawsuit in Boston Heights
The planned retail development on the site of the former Boston Hills Country Club continues to be a source of controversy, and a Boston Heights resident is now suing the Village for overriding last year's referendum issue.
The planned retail development on the site of the former Boston Hills Country Club continues to be a source of controversy, and a Boston Heights resident is now suing the Village for overriding last year's referendum issue.
Labels: greenspace, retail, Summit County, urban sprawl, zoning
16 May 2008
Treadway connector dedicated
The Treadway Creek Greenway Restoration & Trail in Old Brooklyn was offically dedicated at a ceremony at Harmody Park this morning.
The Treadway Creek Greenway Restoration & Trail in Old Brooklyn was offically dedicated at a ceremony at Harmody Park this morning.
Labels: alternative transportation, Cleveland west side, greenspace
15 May 2008
More trees for the CVNP
The Akron/Summit County Convention & Visitors Bureau will fund the Plant Your Meeting initiative, which will plant trees in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. The plantings will begin this fall and next spring.
The Akron/Summit County Convention & Visitors Bureau will fund the Plant Your Meeting initiative, which will plant trees in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. The plantings will begin this fall and next spring.
Labels: greenspace, Summit County
13 May 2008
Azerbaijan Cultural Garden dedicated
The Azerbaijan Cultural Garden in Cleveland's Rockefeller Park was dedicated yesterday. It features "Hearth", an eight ton stainless steel sculpture by Azerbaijani sculptor Khanlar Gasimov.
The Azerbaijan Cultural Garden in Cleveland's Rockefeller Park was dedicated yesterday. It features "Hearth", an eight ton stainless steel sculpture by Azerbaijani sculptor Khanlar Gasimov.
Labels: Cleveland east side, greenspace
WRLC to preserve Bratenahl site
The Western Reserve Land Conservancy reached a deal to purchase an eight acre forest along the Lake Erie coast in Bratenahl. The group has secured about $1 million from in grants and donations, and the mature forest will be preserved as a bird habitat if they can raise an additional $718,000.
The Western Reserve Land Conservancy reached a deal to purchase an eight acre forest along the Lake Erie coast in Bratenahl. The group has secured about $1 million from in grants and donations, and the mature forest will be preserved as a bird habitat if they can raise an additional $718,000.
Labels: Bratenahl, grants and appropriations, greenspace
30 April 2008
Boston Heights approves settlement
The Village of Boston Heights settled a lawsuit with the developers seeking to build on the former Boston Heights Country Club site. The settlement (PDF) allows the developers to construct retail and office space on 100 acres of the 160 acre property.
The Village of Boston Heights settled a lawsuit with the developers seeking to build on the former Boston Heights Country Club site. The settlement (PDF) allows the developers to construct retail and office space on 100 acres of the 160 acre property.
Labels: greenspace, office, retail, Summit County, urban sprawl, zoning
25 April 2008
Solon residents sue City
A group of Solon residents that supports the rejected senior housing development is suing the City of Solon and the group Solon Taxpayers Against Rezoning. They are charging that a referendum zoning provision in the City's charter is unconstitutional. The plaintiffs include relatives of TransCon Builders President Fred Rzepka. Some speculate that the case could help the Coral Co. gain approval for its proposed Central Parc development.
A group of Solon residents that supports the rejected senior housing development is suing the City of Solon and the group Solon Taxpayers Against Rezoning. They are charging that a referendum zoning provision in the City's charter is unconstitutional. The plaintiffs include relatives of TransCon Builders President Fred Rzepka. Some speculate that the case could help the Coral Co. gain approval for its proposed Central Parc development.
Labels: greenspace, residential, seniors, Solon, zoning
Geauga Lake site studied
The Chagrin River Watershed Partners, Geauga County Planning Commission, and the Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District are evaluating the soil, stormwater runoff, and wetlands at the former Geauga Lake site in Bainbridge and Aurora.
The Chagrin River Watershed Partners, Geauga County Planning Commission, and the Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District are evaluating the soil, stormwater runoff, and wetlands at the former Geauga Lake site in Bainbridge and Aurora.
Labels: Geauga County, greenspace, Portage County
23 April 2008
Clinic supports local food
The Cleveland Clinic will partner with the North Union Farmers Market, the Cleveland Botanical Garden, and the OSU Extension to establish a new farmers market and two new farms on Clinic-owned land in Cleveland.
The Cleveland Clinic will partner with the North Union Farmers Market, the Cleveland Botanical Garden, and the OSU Extension to establish a new farmers market and two new farms on Clinic-owned land in Cleveland.
Labels: Cleveland east side, greenspace, sustainability
17 April 2008
Canal Basin Park land purchased
The Trust for Public Land purchased the future site of Canal Basin Park and transferred the land to the City of Cleveland. The 1.43 acre property at Merwin and West Streets in the Flats is currently a parking lot.
The Trust for Public Land purchased the future site of Canal Basin Park and transferred the land to the City of Cleveland. The 1.43 acre property at Merwin and West Streets in the Flats is currently a parking lot.
Labels: Downtown Cleveland, greenspace
Three more farms available in the CVNP
The Cuyahoga Valley National Park, in conjunction with Cuyahoga Valley Countryside Conservancy, is currently accepting proposals (PDF) for long-term leases of three farms in the Park: the 16 acre Martin Farm in Bath Township, the 10 acre Leyser Farm in Brecksville, and the 25 acre Gleeson Farm in Valley View.
Update: WKSU has more details.
The Cuyahoga Valley National Park, in conjunction with Cuyahoga Valley Countryside Conservancy, is currently accepting proposals (PDF) for long-term leases of three farms in the Park: the 16 acre Martin Farm in Bath Township, the 10 acre Leyser Farm in Brecksville, and the 25 acre Gleeson Farm in Valley View.
Update: WKSU has more details.
Labels: Brecksville, greenspace, Summit County, Valley View
New federal wetlands mitigation rule
Environmentalists are concerned that new federal wetlands mitigation rules could weaken the Ohio EPA's standards. State officials have been unsatisfied with the quality of wetland mitigation banks and encourage developers to create replacement wetlands on or near development sites. The new federal rules, which are preferred by developers, name mitigation banks as the best option.
Environmentalists are concerned that new federal wetlands mitigation rules could weaken the Ohio EPA's standards. State officials have been unsatisfied with the quality of wetland mitigation banks and encourage developers to create replacement wetlands on or near development sites. The new federal rules, which are preferred by developers, name mitigation banks as the best option.
Labels: greenspace, Ohio, water
CVNP land acquisition editorials
Editorials in the Akron Beacon Journal, Plain Dealer, and Record Courier encourage the U.S. Congress to allocate funds for the Cuyahoga Valley National Park to purchase threatened privately-held properties within its borders. Beacon Journal columnist Steve Hoffman says that the park's regular visitors must pressure members of the local congressional delegation.
Editorials in the Akron Beacon Journal, Plain Dealer, and Record Courier encourage the U.S. Congress to allocate funds for the Cuyahoga Valley National Park to purchase threatened privately-held properties within its borders. Beacon Journal columnist Steve Hoffman says that the park's regular visitors must pressure members of the local congressional delegation.
Labels: greenspace, Summit County
16 April 2008
Cleveland's lakefront
In this week's Cool Cleveland, Kelly Ferjutz profiles Ed Hauser and imagines how Cleveland's lakefront might appear in 2020.
In this week's Cool Cleveland, Kelly Ferjutz profiles Ed Hauser and imagines how Cleveland's lakefront might appear in 2020.
Labels: Downtown Cleveland, greenspace, Lake Erie
14 April 2008
Tentative legal settlement in Boston Heights
The Village of Boston Heights reached a tentative settlement (PDF) with the developer seeking to build big box retail and possibly a hospital on the site of the former Boston Hills Country Club. Village leaders approved a similar development last spring, but it was rejected by voters in a November referendum issue. The developer responded by suing the Village. Residents are now considering litigation of their own.
The Village of Boston Heights reached a tentative settlement (PDF) with the developer seeking to build big box retail and possibly a hospital on the site of the former Boston Hills Country Club. Village leaders approved a similar development last spring, but it was rejected by voters in a November referendum issue. The developer responded by suing the Village. Residents are now considering litigation of their own.
Labels: greenspace, retail, Summit County, urban sprawl, zoning
11 April 2008
Brandywine Country Club off the market
The Brandywine Golf Course in Peninsula is no longer for sale, because its owner pulled if off the market. The Cuyahoga Valley National Park may purchase a conservation easement for the property.
Update: the Plain Dealer has more details.
The Brandywine Golf Course in Peninsula is no longer for sale, because its owner pulled if off the market. The Cuyahoga Valley National Park may purchase a conservation easement for the property.
Update: the Plain Dealer has more details.
Labels: greenspace, Summit County
08 April 2008
CVNP needs land acquisition funds
The Musical Arts Association is interested in selling 600 acres at Blossom Music Center in Cuyahoga Falls to the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, but the Park cannot afford to purchase the land. Park officials are also concerned about the possible sale and development of the privately-owned Brandywine Golf Course in Peninsula. America's Heritage For Sale, a new report from the National Parks Conservation Association, says that the Park needs $8 million to purchase the properties.
Update: the Plain Dealer published a map and additional details. WKSU also reported on the issue.
The Musical Arts Association is interested in selling 600 acres at Blossom Music Center in Cuyahoga Falls to the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, but the Park cannot afford to purchase the land. Park officials are also concerned about the possible sale and development of the privately-owned Brandywine Golf Course in Peninsula. America's Heritage For Sale, a new report from the National Parks Conservation Association, says that the Park needs $8 million to purchase the properties.
Update: the Plain Dealer published a map and additional details. WKSU also reported on the issue.
Labels: greenspace, Summit County, urban sprawl
03 April 2008
Kauffman Park MOU
The Lakewood Observer reports that Lakewood officials signed a memorandum of understanding last year to sell Kauffman Park to developers, but that the new mayoral administration considers the agreement to be "off the table".
The Lakewood Observer reports that Lakewood officials signed a memorandum of understanding last year to sell Kauffman Park to developers, but that the new mayoral administration considers the agreement to be "off the table".
Labels: greenspace, Lakewood, retail
31 March 2008
League Park work delayed
Budget shortfalls have delayed the planned renovation of League Park by one year. Ken Silliman, Mayor Jackson's chief of staff, said that "It's every bit of a project as it was last summer. It's just set back a little in time."
Budget shortfalls have delayed the planned renovation of League Park by one year. Ken Silliman, Mayor Jackson's chief of staff, said that "It's every bit of a project as it was last summer. It's just set back a little in time."
Labels: Cleveland east side, greenspace, historic preservation
28 March 2008
West Creek Confluence Project
Work on the West Creek Confluence Project in Independence is scheduled to begin this summer, and the restoration of the site should be completed by 2010. The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District is also involved in several related projects in Parma and Brooklyn Heights.
Work on the West Creek Confluence Project in Independence is scheduled to begin this summer, and the restoration of the site should be completed by 2010. The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District is also involved in several related projects in Parma and Brooklyn Heights.
Labels: Brooklyn Heights, Cuyahoga River watershed, greenspace, Independence, Parma
Love Our Green Space
A group of Highland Heights residents formed Love Our Green Space and are working to protect City-owned parkland. They are collecting signatures for a referendum issue that would prohibit resource extraction or development in parks.
A group of Highland Heights residents formed Love Our Green Space and are working to protect City-owned parkland. They are collecting signatures for a referendum issue that would prohibit resource extraction or development in parks.
Labels: greenspace, Highland Heights
27 March 2008
The local food movement in Cleveland
This week's Free Times looks at the rise of the local food movement in Greater Cleveland, using the City Fresh program and the new LEAF initiative in Lakewood as examples.
This week's Free Times looks at the rise of the local food movement in Greater Cleveland, using the City Fresh program and the new LEAF initiative in Lakewood as examples.
Labels: Greater Cleveland, greenspace, Lakewood, sustainability
25 March 2008
Park usage up
Parks across Northeast Ohio reported attendance increases last year, a statistic that runs counter to national trends of decreasing interest in outdoor activities.
Parks across Northeast Ohio reported attendance increases last year, a statistic that runs counter to national trends of decreasing interest in outdoor activities.
Labels: Greater Cleveland, greenspace
Strongsville purchases property
The City of Strongsville purchased an undeveloped 25 acre site on Lunn Road. The land is zoned for industrial development, and while the City plans to use it for recreation purposes, officials hope that it will eventually be developed.
The City of Strongsville purchased an undeveloped 25 acre site on Lunn Road. The land is zoned for industrial development, and while the City plans to use it for recreation purposes, officials hope that it will eventually be developed.
Labels: greenspace, industrial, Strongsville, zoning
14 March 2008
Solon lawsuit possible
TransCon Builders is considering legal action against the City of Solon after losing a rezoning issue last week. The company hoped to build senior cluster homes on 62 acres of a site between Hawthorne Valley Country Club and the Cleveland Metroparks South Chagrin Reservation.
TransCon Builders is considering legal action against the City of Solon after losing a rezoning issue last week. The company hoped to build senior cluster homes on 62 acres of a site between Hawthorne Valley Country Club and the Cleveland Metroparks South Chagrin Reservation.
Labels: greenspace, residential, seniors, Solon, zoning
13 March 2008
Gund Foundation grants
The Gund Foundation's latest round of awards includes a $40,000 grant to the City Fresh program, a $90,000 grant to the Cuyahoga Valley Countryside Conservancy for its farmland preservation efforts, and a $100,000 grant to the National Trust for Historic Preservation to evaluate the economic impact of the pilot Ohio Historic Preservation Tax Credit.
The Gund Foundation's latest round of awards includes a $40,000 grant to the City Fresh program, a $90,000 grant to the Cuyahoga Valley Countryside Conservancy for its farmland preservation efforts, and a $100,000 grant to the National Trust for Historic Preservation to evaluate the economic impact of the pilot Ohio Historic Preservation Tax Credit.
Labels: grants and appropriations, Greater Cleveland, greenspace, Ohio, sustainability, tax policy
10 March 2008
Portage County Parks, Trails and Greenways Plan
A draft of the Portage Park District's Parks, Trails and Greenways Plan is complete and open for public comments until March 21.
A draft of the Portage Park District's Parks, Trails and Greenways Plan is complete and open for public comments until March 21.
Labels: alternative transportation, greenspace, Portage County
21 February 2008
Furnace Run runoff mitigation
Metro Parks, Serving Summit County will spend $150,000 on efforts to reduce the impacts of increased stormwater runoff on Furnace Run and its Rock Creek tributary.
Metro Parks, Serving Summit County will spend $150,000 on efforts to reduce the impacts of increased stormwater runoff on Furnace Run and its Rock Creek tributary.
Labels: Cuyahoga River watershed, greenspace, Summit County, urban sprawl
20 February 2008
Emerald ash borer detection program
The Ohio Department of Agriculture will hang traps for the emerald ash borer in areas where the invasive insect has not yet been detected, including Geauga County, Lake County, and the southern part of Summit County.
The Ohio Department of Agriculture will hang traps for the emerald ash borer in areas where the invasive insect has not yet been detected, including Geauga County, Lake County, and the southern part of Summit County.
Labels: greenspace, Ohio
08 February 2008
Richmond Heights preserves Euclid Creek ravine
The City of Richmond Heights will purchase from Cuyahoga County 13 acres along the East Branch of Euclid Creek as part of the City's environmental protection strategy that also included the naming of tributaries of Euclid Creek.
The City of Richmond Heights will purchase from Cuyahoga County 13 acres along the East Branch of Euclid Creek as part of the City's environmental protection strategy that also included the naming of tributaries of Euclid Creek.
Labels: greenspace, Lake Erie, Richmond Heights, water
North Royalton Greenways Plan killed
North Royalton City Council dropped discussion of the proposed North Royalton Greenways Plan because the plan's main advocates are no longer City Council members. Mayor Stefanik called it "feel good" legislation that wasn't realistic or legal.
North Royalton City Council dropped discussion of the proposed North Royalton Greenways Plan because the plan's main advocates are no longer City Council members. Mayor Stefanik called it "feel good" legislation that wasn't realistic or legal.
Labels: greenspace, North Royalton
01 February 2008
St. Joseph Christian Life Center for sale
The Cleveland Catholic Diocese has the former St. Joseph Christian Life Center on Lake Shore Boulevard listed for sale at $2.75 million. The Cleveland Landmarks Commission has proposed designating the 1927 building and its 11½ acre lakefront site as a historic landmark.
The Cleveland Catholic Diocese has the former St. Joseph Christian Life Center on Lake Shore Boulevard listed for sale at $2.75 million. The Cleveland Landmarks Commission has proposed designating the 1927 building and its 11½ acre lakefront site as a historic landmark.
Labels: Cleveland east side, greenspace, historic preservation, institutional
25 January 2008
Strongsville hotel proposal dropped
Achievement Centers for Children, which operates Camp Cheerful in Strongsville, agreed to purchase a five acre property adjacent to the camp, effectively canceling a proposal to built a hotel on the site. The organization does not intend to develop or sell the land.
Achievement Centers for Children, which operates Camp Cheerful in Strongsville, agreed to purchase a five acre property adjacent to the camp, effectively canceling a proposal to built a hotel on the site. The organization does not intend to develop or sell the land.
Labels: greenspace, retail, Strongsville
Geauga Lake preservation efforts
While Cedar Fair markets the 500 acre Geauga Lake site, a group of roller coaster enthusiasts is continuing its efforts to preserve a portion of the closed amusement park and the Big Dipper roller coaster.
While Cedar Fair markets the 500 acre Geauga Lake site, a group of roller coaster enthusiasts is continuing its efforts to preserve a portion of the closed amusement park and the Big Dipper roller coaster.
Labels: greenspace, historic preservation, Portage County
17 January 2008
Ohio forests are expanding
The amount of forested land in Ohio has roughly doubled over the last 50 years. Governor Strickland wants Ohio's state forests to be accredited as sustainable sources of timber. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources points out that owners of woodlands in six Northeast Ohio counties can apply for participation in the Forest Legacy Program, a federal conservation easement program.
The amount of forested land in Ohio has roughly doubled over the last 50 years. Governor Strickland wants Ohio's state forests to be accredited as sustainable sources of timber. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources points out that owners of woodlands in six Northeast Ohio counties can apply for participation in the Forest Legacy Program, a federal conservation easement program.
Labels: greenspace, Ohio
08 January 2008
Waterfront property boundary decision appealed
Ohio Attorney General Dann, the Ohio Environmental Council, and the National Wildlife Federation are all appealing Lake County Common Pleas Judge Lucci's decision in the Lake Erie property lines case. They say that the "ruling goes against more than 100 years of Ohio legal precedent".
Update: the Blade and WCPN have more details.
Ohio Attorney General Dann, the Ohio Environmental Council, and the National Wildlife Federation are all appealing Lake County Common Pleas Judge Lucci's decision in the Lake Erie property lines case. They say that the "ruling goes against more than 100 years of Ohio legal precedent".
Update: the Blade and WCPN have more details.
Labels: greenspace, Lake Erie, Ohio
WRLC has record year
The Western Reserve Land Conservancy preserved a record-high 4,110 acres in 2007, and has preserved a total of 13,262 acres in 14 Northeast Ohio counties.
The Western Reserve Land Conservancy preserved a record-high 4,110 acres in 2007, and has preserved a total of 13,262 acres in 14 Northeast Ohio counties.
Labels: Greater Cleveland, greenspace
Canal Basin RFP
The City of Cleveland is seeking interdisciplinary consultants to develop the Canal Basin District Plan, which will be a conceptual study intended to "help to establish a roadmap for future public and private investment decisions that will turn the Cuyahoga River Valley into a major attraction for residents and visitors, alike."
The City of Cleveland is seeking interdisciplinary consultants to develop the Canal Basin District Plan, which will be a conceptual study intended to "help to establish a roadmap for future public and private investment decisions that will turn the Cuyahoga River Valley into a major attraction for residents and visitors, alike."
Labels: alternative transportation, Cleveland, greenspace, master planning
28 December 2007
Rocky River Backyard Buffers Program
The Cuyahoga Soil and Water Conservation District is giving free trees to residents along streams in the Rocky River watershed. The Rocky River Backyard Buffers Program, which was funded by an Ohio Lake Erie Commission grant, is intended to restore riparian buffers on private property.
The Cuyahoga Soil and Water Conservation District is giving free trees to residents along streams in the Rocky River watershed. The Rocky River Backyard Buffers Program, which was funded by an Ohio Lake Erie Commission grant, is intended to restore riparian buffers on private property.
Labels: greenspace, Rocky River watershed
21 December 2007
Solon rezoning issues
Solon City Council did not select one of the two competing mixed-use development proposals, which means a rezoning issue will not appear on the March ballot. Gross Builders reportedly may withdraw from a partnership with Stark Enterprises. However, City Council did approve a rezoning issue for the proposed senior housing development near Hawthorne Valley Country Club.
Solon City Council did not select one of the two competing mixed-use development proposals, which means a rezoning issue will not appear on the March ballot. Gross Builders reportedly may withdraw from a partnership with Stark Enterprises. However, City Council did approve a rezoning issue for the proposed senior housing development near Hawthorne Valley Country Club.
Labels: greenspace,