ODNR fishing agreement for South Central Park lake
North Ridgeville
Summary
The long-discussed agreement with the Ohio Division of Wildlife would have the state stock and manage the South Central Park lake each year and recognize it as a public fishing location. The signed contract is back in the director's hands.
At a glance
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Last discussed Aug 26, 2026.
Impact analysis
The state would cover stocking and fisheries management, so the cost to the city's park budget should be minimal.
Anglers and families who fish at South Central Park would get a better-stocked, better-managed lake.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Parks & Recreation Commission - Aug 26, 2026
The long-discussed agreement with the Ohio Division of Wildlife would have the state stock and manage the South Central Park lake each year and recognize it as a public fishing location. The signed contract is back in the director's hands.
Parks & Recreation Commission - Jul 22, 2026
The city is finalizing a deal with the state wildlife division to stock and manage the South Central Park lake, making it an official public fishing location with added oversight.
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