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Cleveland Neighborhoods by the Numbers: 2018 Update
A new report issued by Western Reserve Land Conservancy shows a significant reduction in the number of vacant and distressed structures in …
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Cleveland Neighborhoods by the Numbers: 2018 Update
Cities need data concerning vacant properties and building conditions to make informed community development decisions. By preparing and conducting property inventories, Western …
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Ohio Land Bank Conference Success
From preservation of historic homes to ecological restoration of vacant lots, this year’s Ohio Land Bank Conference provided plenty of opportunities to …
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Help us plant trees!
Trees save energy, reduce storm water runoff, enhance property values, improve water quality and make our neighborhoods more attractive. But in many …
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Cargill helps to reforest the “Forest City”
More than 30 trees were recently planted in Cleveland with the support of Cargill, Cleveland Metroparks, and Western Reserve Land Conservancy. On …
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Trees planted in North Collinwood to honor Senator Voinovich
On Saturday, May 12, volunteers, community partners, and family members honored the legacy of the late Senator George Voinovich by planting trees …
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Earth Day and Arbor Day Celebrations
As we beat the heat and bask in the shade provided by trees across the region, we are reminded of the many …
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“Myths and Misconceptions About Demolition in Cleveland”
Frank Ford, senior policy adviser for Western Reserve Land Conservancy’s Thriving Communities program, has published an article, Myths and Misconceptions About Demolition in …
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Project UP™ initiative greens up Cleveland school
An alliance of businesses and nonprofits came together on Saturday, Sept. 9 to plant 30 robust trees at an elementary school in …
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Ohio Land Bank Conference Presenters – 2017
Presenter biographies for the 2017 Ohio Land Bank Conference can be found below. Lisa Adkins, State Historic Preservation Office- Ohio …
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Honoring the memory of Senator Voinovich
A lifetime resident of North Collinwood, the late Senator George Voinovich loved his neighborhood. He traveled the world, but his heart always …