Park Action Guide
The Park Action Guide is a set how-to guides for city parks. The guide offers information, contacts, and resources for residents. Have a question about your park or greenspace? Email: parkscoalitioncle@gmail.com.
Who owns the park or green space near me?
Before you start work in your park, it is important to know who owns and manages the property. Start here.
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What parks in Cleveland are getting upgrades?
Current, planned, and complete City of Cleveland parks and recreation center projects from Winter 2021 through 2024.
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Can I make small upgrades in my park?
Looking to plant flowers, clean up your park, or make other small improvements as a resident?
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Something is broken in my city park, how do I get it fixed?
Figure what your plan-of-action should be if there is something small, or large, broken in your park
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What is the improvement schedule for city parks?
See both general City maintenance and park improvement schedules.
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What if my park is not in the city’s improvement plan?
What can I do to help my park when it’s not in the City’s planning upgrades?
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How can my park get money for upgrades?
Want improvements for your local City park? Start here.
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My park needs new playground equipment, where do I start?
Here’s where to start if you’re looking for a big investment in your city park.
How do I engage my city council member?
Learn how to best engage your City of Cleveland councilmember
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How do I start a Friends of Group for my local park?
Looking to start a Friends of Group? We’ve got some tips.
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What permit application do I need for my city park event?
Find the right permit application, and where to submit it, for any event or gathering in your city park.
How do I reserve an athletic complex or field in my city park?
Information on how to reserve City of Cleveland athletic fields and complexes for league play and organized sports
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How do I reserve a pavilion or picnic area in my City park?
A step-by-step guide on how to host a small event in City of Cleveland parks.
How do I host a large event in my City park?
A step-by-step guide on how to host a large event in City of Cleveland parks.
Can I use the fire hydrant for water access in my city park?
Need water for a community garden? Event in your park? Read this to see if you can get access.