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Our Mission

Our Mission: Stark Parks mission is to preserve, manage, and connect natural areas to serve the community through recreation, conservation and education.

Our Vision: Stark Parks will be recognized as an essential community asset.

Our Values:

1. Integrity/Trust

2. Teamwork

3. Customer Service

4. Environmental Stewardship

5. Work Ethic

6. Respect for Each Other

7. Community Partnerships

8. We have fun!

Board of Commissioners

The Stark County Park District is an independent political subdivision created and governed by Section 1545 of the Ohio Revised Code. A volunteer five-member Park Commission is appointed by the Probate Court and governs the Park District.

Members of the Park Commission are very interested in your thoughts and comments, and invite members of the public to the monthly meetings.

Five Park Board members and park director posing for photo

Board Members

(left to right) Andrew Hayden, Chairperson
Denise Freeland, Vice-Chairperson

Bill Bryan
Patricia Quick
Ralph Dublikar

(far left) Park Director, Robert Fonte

2020 Schedule and Minutes

2019 Minutes

2020 Schedule and Minutes

2020 Meeting Schedule

Jan. 8, 2020 at 2 PM at the Sippo Lake Clubhouse
Agenda
Feb. 12, 2020 at 2 PM at the Sippo Lake Clubhouse
March 4, 2020 at 2 PM at the Sippo Lake Clubhouse
April 1, 2020 at 2 PM at the Sippo Lake Clubhouse
May 6, 2020 at 2 PM at the Sippo Lake Clubhouse
June 3, 2020 at 2 PM at the Sippo Lake Clubhouse
July 1, 2020 at 2 PM at the Sippo Lake Clubhouse
Aug. 5, 2020 at 2 PM at the Sippo Lake Clubhouse
Sept. 2, 2020 at 2 PM at the Sippo Lake Clubhouse
Oct. 7, 2020 at 2 PM at the Sippo Lake Clubhouse
Nov. 4, 2020 at 2 PM at the Sippo Lake Clubhouse
Dec. 2, 2020 at 2 PM at the Sippo Lake Clubhouse
Jan. 6, 2021 at 2 PM at the Sippo Lake Clubhouse

2019 Minutes

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Recent Posts

Jan 8

Curious Keen-Ager Series

Everyone is getting older, but that doesn’t mean we have to stop discovering new things, exploring new places, and working toward physical and mental wellness! The Curious Keen-Agers series captures… More

Dec 20

Issue #20, Renewal Levy Information

On December 4, 2019, the Stark County Park District Board of Park Commissioners voted to place a 1 mill renewal levy on the ballot in the March 2020 election. This… More

Dec 9

parkrun, Free 5k Held Saturdays at Sippo Lake Park!

Friends of Stark Parks is proud to bring parkrun USA to Sippo Lake Park! parkrun is a completely free, weekly (held every Saturday morning), timed 5k staged at parks around… More

Nov 21

Exceptional Volunteers Honored

Stark Parks Volunteers and their accomplishments were celebrated at a red carpet-themed dinner on Thursday, November 21 at the Exploration Gateway at Sippo Lake Park. The theme was a nod to… More

Feb 1

Celebrating 50 Years

Humble Beginnings (1960s and 1970s) The year was 1967. Although Ohio’s Department of Natural Resources had been established 18 years before in 1949, it was three years before the establishment… More

Towpath Trail Closed in Areas

We expect water to recede over the weekend. As of 6/21/19, we cannot access trail damage or downed trees in many areas. These areas will be closed to trail users until a full inspection is complete. Please follow all trail closing barricades and signs.

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Hi There! We hope you are looking to Opt Outside today or any day. Take a break from buying presents and be present. Your body and mind thank you!

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Feedback Requested!

We are now accepting public comment on the Phase 4 Iron Horse Trail proposal through January 29, 2019.

E-bike Pilot Program

Class 1 e-bikes are permitted to ride on multi-purpose trails (crushed limestone or asphalt). E-bikes are not permitted on natural surface, equestrian, or mountain bike trails. A class 1 e-bike is a bicycle equipped with fully operable pedals and an electric motor of less than 750 watts that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling and ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 20 miles per hour.

Trail Closed

We expect water to recede over the weekend. As of 6/21/19, we cannot access trail damage or downed trees in many places. These areas will be closed to trail users until a full inspection is complete. Please follow all trail closing barricades and signs.

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Marinas Open for Season May 1

Registration Reminder!

1. Make sure you register and pay (if applicable) for the camp. 2. Print your waiver and bring it with you to camp. 3. Read over special instructions and welcome letter. 4. Call us at 330.477.3552 with any questions.

Serenades in the Park Concert Cancelled-Petros Lake Park

The concert has been cancelled as of 12 p.m. on Sept. 1, 2019 due to inclement weather in the forecast at the performance time. The exact same performance will be held tomorrow, Monday Sept. 2 at 5 p.m. on the steps of North Canton City Hall, 145 N. Main St., North Canton, 44720.

2019 Award and 2020 Shirt Pick Up

Items are available for pick up during regular business hours 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Saturday and 1 to 4 p.m. on Sundays at the Exploration Gateway. 5712 12th St. NW Canton, OH 44708.