Welcome to the Park Action Guide
Are you a park or green space advocate in Cleveland?
Do you feel confused by city processes?
Scroll to search, explore, and learn more…
The Park Action Guide is a set of guides for enhancing nearby city parks. The guide offers information, contacts, and resources for residents. Do you need help with a question about your park or greenspace? Email us at parkscoalitioncle@gmail.com.
This list is based on the most up-to-date information accessible by the Parks & Greenspace Coalition and will be updated as new processes become available.
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.
Photo: NEOTrans Blog
Can I make small upgrades in my park?
Looking to plant flowers, clean up your park, or make other small improvements as a resident?
Photo: Trust for Public Land
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.
Photo: Trust for Public Land
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.
Photo: Trust for Public Land
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
Photo: Cleveland City Council
How do I start a Friends of Group for my local park?
Looking to start a Friends of Group? We’ve got some tips.
Photo: Trust for Public Land
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
Photo: Foursquare (Impett Park)
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.