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Park Commissioner Bruce G Rinker, Executive Director-Secretary Brian B. Zimmerman, Park Commissioner Debra K. Berry, The Honorable Judge Anthony J. Russo, Park Commissioner Dan T. Moore, Treasurer David J. Kuntz
Cleveland Metroparks is committed to the mission of conservation, education and recreation, and to providing quality recreational opportunities to the citizens of the Greater Cleveland community.
Cleveland Metroparks is a beautiful and diverse green space devoted to conservation, education and outdoor recreation. Called the “Emerald Necklace” because it majestically encircles the City of Cleveland, the Park District offers a wide array of facilities, wildlife areas, outdoor education programs, and opportunities for recreation from golfing, hiking and swimming, to kayaking, tobogganing and birding.
While the Park District is committed to taking care of existing resources within Cleveland Metroparks, we are also looking to the future. Bridges, buildings, picnic shelters and trails will be rehabilitated as necessary - as well as providing new opportunities for open space protection.
Cleveland Metroparks was established on July 23, 1917 to provide open space for the people of Greater Cleveland, as well as to preserve the wonders of the natural landscape. Today, the Park District consists of more than 22,000 acres in 16 reservations and Cleveland Metroparks Zoo.
You are encouraged to venture outdoors and discover the wonder and peace of the natural world found in Cleveland Metroparks.
Cleveland Metroparks tax district includes Cuyahoga County and Hinckley Township in Medina County. The Park District also owns land in Lake, Lorain and Summit counties. Reservations are open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily. Some facilities, including Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, nature centers, golf courses and the Chalet Recreation Area, offer seasonal and holiday hours and may have admission fees.
As commissioners, we are proud to serve as stewards of the “Emerald Necklace,” and we invite everyone to experience Cleveland Metroparks - part of your life, naturally! Sincerely, The Board of Park Commissioners
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Cleveland Metroparks is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment with respect to age, class, gender, ethnicity, race, national origin, mental and physical ability, religion, sexual orientation and veteran status. Additionally, Cleveland Metroparks respects diversity of thought and practice, including, but not exclusive to education, socioeconomic background and work experience. Cleveland Metroparks is a separate political subdivision of the state of Ohio, governed by the Board of Park Commissioners, three citizens who serve three-year terms without compensation. The senior judge of Probate Court of Cuyahoga County, the Honorable Anthony J. Russo, appoints the members of the board. Special assistance for Cleveland Metroparks programs or facilities is available by calling 216-635-3264 in advance.
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