Medina County Park District

RECAP: On The Right Path This past Saturday, we wrapped up our final fall walk of the season at Allardale Park with Nate Eppink, Director of the Medina County Park District. It was a perfect day to take in the vibrant autumn colors and get an up-close look at the new playground addition. Leadership Medina County and the Medina County Park District are looking forward to organizing more of these engaging walks in 2025. Stay tuned for updates on future opportunities to connect with local leaders and explore the beauty of our parks. #LeadershipMedinaCounty #MedinaCountyParks #CommunityEngagement #FallWalks #AllerdalePark

?? Don't miss your final opportunity this year to join Nate Eppink, Director of the Medina County Parks District, for a guided walk through Allardale Park. Discover the beauty of the fall colors, connect with nature, and engage in meaningful conversations about our local parks. This event is open to the public and free to attend. Register now and be part of our last walk in the series: https://lnkd.in/gBqjCadD

Medina County Park District volunteers and staff recently assisted the natural resources department in the release of over 1,400 native fish reared in propagation ponds at Park District Headquarters.?Blackchin Shiners, Blacknose Shiners, Lake Chubsuckers, and Iowa Darters have long been uncommon to extirpated in Ohio, and this propagation program aided by The Ohio State University aims to replenish the populations of these rare and endangered fish. A big thanks goes out to all those who helped to reintroduce these native fish back into the waters of Medina County!

Last week, members of the Shotwell Family joined Medina County Park District staff, MCPD Board Chair Dennis Neate, CIC, CRM, and the design-build team of Davey Resource Group, Inc. and MARKS CONSTRUCTION INC for an on-site kickoff meeting to discuss the Shotwell Gardens at Lake Medina. Thanks to the family's generous donation of 25 acres at the corner of Foote and Weymouth roads in Medina Township, the park district is able to build a third entrance to Lake Medina. But, the location will be so much more than that. The Shotwell Gardens will include a small amphitheater and pond, accessible walking trails, restrooms, seating, and gardens with native plants that showcase different colors, textures, and seasonal interest. Design will be underway soon, and construction is planned for 2025, with October the target for the public opening of Phase 1. Becky Shotwell Nathan Eppink Kenneth P. Stray Johnathan Kleshinski Natalie Peacock City of Medina Dennis Neate, CIC, CRM Kathy Davis Jason Venner

Medina County Park District hosted a great regional networking event for parks and recreation professionals last week. Chippewa Lake, Ohio’s largest inland glacial lake, and the former amusement park on its eastern shores were the stars of the show. Attendees from all over Northeast Ohio heard about the district’s efforts to preserve land, improve water quality, restore the amusement park property, and plan for public access. Mindy McInturf Amanda Perry Kenneth P. Stray Natalie Peacock Johnathan Kleshinski

Here's the link to today's Commissioners' Newsletter! In This Issue: ? Cloverleaf celebrates schools' Grand Opening ? ADAMH Board changes name to Mental Health & Recovery Board ? JFS: Secure SNAP benefits by using 'Lock' feature ? MCBDD: DSP University celebrates program kick-off; MCBDD partners with MCCC to prepare students for meaningful jobs ? Courthouse Hearing Loop proves successful ? OOA: Seniors recognized during annual 90+ celebration ? County Home: Residents create digital art using iPads ? Medina to be featured on PBS program tonight https://lnkd.in/gQZ7rckG

Medina County Park District is engaging community stakeholders about docking at Chippewa Lake. It’s one of many important things we’re doing in advance of the 2025 season on Ohio’s largest inland glacial lake. https://lnkd.in/g7naW3is

Join us for our final walk this year with Nate Eppink from The Medina County Park District as we enjoy the fall scenery at Allardale Park. ?? We hope to see everyone on Saturday, October 12! Register now: https://lnkd.in/gBqjCadD

Medina County Park District Clerk/Receptionist Jaymi put together a fun, school-lunch-themed snack station for the staff! As always, she thought of every detail, even providing brown paper bags for everyone to collect their delicious treats. It's the little things that make MCPD such a special place to work!

We have some great news! PBS Western Reserve‘s local series CITY CENTRIC returns for a second season and the exciting part is that Medina County Park District's Community Education Coordinator Nichole Schill will be featured! ? CITY CENTRIC: MEDINA premieres Friday, September 27, at 8:30 p.m. on PBS Western Reserve. ? CITY CENTRIC focuses on a unique set of characters who reflect the fabric of their community. The series returns for a second season of interviews with trailblazers from six more cities across our region. Each city’s episode reveals the stories of six changemakers who exemplify their city and possess unique roles including business leader, revitalizer, artist, humanitarian, historian, educator, and visionary. ? Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gr59v4MM. ? #CityCentricPBS