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    Cleveland Metroparks Partners With North Royalton To Protect 14 Acres Of Land

    News & Press | September 2012

    Cleveland Metroparks Partners With North Royalton To Protect 14 Acres Of Land

    Posted: September 11, 2012
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    FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:



    JANE CHRISTYSON - 216-635-3229 -or- 216-780-9592  



    BOB ROTATORI - 216-635-3263 -or- 216-339-1699



    The City of North Royalton and Cleveland Metroparks recently
    agreed to acquire an approximately 14-acre parcel of land at the
    corner of Valley Parkway and York Road, locally known as �Aukerman
    Farm.�  This property is adjacent to Cleveland Metroparks
    Brecksville Reservation and its all purpose trail.



    Property owner Roy Auckerman said, "I am thrilled to have
    worked with Mayor Stefanik and Cleveland Metroparks Executive
    Director Brian Zimmerman in carrying out our family's wishes to
    preserve this property as public open space."



    The purchase price for the property is $219,000. The City of
    North Royalton will contribute $180,000 and acquire fee simple
    interest in the property. Cleveland Metroparks will contribute
    $39,000 and acquire a conservation easement.



    By July 2015, Cleveland Metroparks will restore and improve the
    property, including demolishing the existing buildings, adding a
    trailhead and parking, and developing a trail access to the popular
    all purpose trail. A budget of $141,000 has been set for the
    project.



    North Royalton Mayor Bob Stefanik stated, "This is another
    instance where the City of North Royalton has partnered with a
    government agency or private organization to provide our residents
    with expanded recreation opportunities while preserving vital green
    space within the city."



    The property will enhance Cleveland Metroparks 3,968-acre
    Brecksville Reservation by improving access, particularly for
    bikers and pedestrians, into the reservation and enhance the
    recreational experience with trailhead information, a variety of
    habitats to explore and enjoy, and create a gathering
    place. 



    �Cleveland Metroparks needs community partners to successfully
    meet its conservation mission,� said Brian Zimmerman executive
    director of Cleveland Metroparks, �This is a significant
    acquisition for the Park District and it enhances the community of
    North Royalton as well.�



    With a mission of Conservation, Education and
    Recreation, Cleveland Metroparks is part of your life,
    naturally!



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