Cuyahoga County Planning Commission Projects
Complete Streets
Cities and counties across the United States are making complete streets an integral component
of their capital improvement plans and economic development strategy. "Complete Streets" affords
planners and engineers the tools to design and build roads that are safer, more accessible, and
easier for everyone all ages and abilities to travel through the community. This includes
pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists, and public transportation users. National data suggests that
more people first look for the place with a high quality of life where they want to live and then
look for a job in those desirable areas. Implementation of a Complete Streets program offers
transportation choice, within safe and attractive public rights-of-way, as an important public
strategy to provide a more livable environment. Cuyahoga County has begun the process to explore
a regional approach to implementing a Complete Streets policy.
Cuyahoga Valley Initiative
The Cuyahoga Valley Initiative seeks to influence development patterns, construction practices
and industrial processes for the next generation using a sustainable development approach based
on the integration of economic, social and ecological systems.
Towpath Trail Extension
Plans have been completed for building the final segment of the Towpath Trail in Cuyahoga
County from old Harvard Avenue to downtown Cleveland and the Lakefront.
Cuyahoga County Greenspace Plan
The Cuyahoga County Planning Commission, assisted by the Greenspace Working Group, is in
the midst of developing a plan aimed at preserving the county's greenspace as well as enhancing
and increasing what exists.
Whiskey Island
Whiskey Island, home to Wendy Park and Whiskey Island Marina, is the only place in Cleveland
with direct access to Lake Erie and the Cuyahoga River. Learn more about this important symbol of
community renewal here. Plan a visit to Wendy Park to enjoy stunning views of downtown
Cleveland, walk along the beach, play sand volleyball, and watch the birds that rest before or
after their trip across Lake Erie.
District One Public Works Integrating Committee (DOPWIC)
The DOPWIC oversees implementation of the State Capital Improvement Program (Issue 2) in Cuyahoga
County. The Issue 2 program provides financing for capital infrastructure projects: bridges,
roads, sewers, water supply and solid waste. The DOPWIC evaluates and selects projects for
financial assistance. Available assistance: $21 million annually.
Cuyahoga County Natural Resources Assistance Council (NRAC)
The NRAC, appointed by the DOPWIC, is responsible for implementing the Clean Ohio Conservation
Program in Cuyahoga County. These responsibilities include: promoting the development and
improvement of open space and protecting and enhancing riparian corridors and watersheds; and
evaluating and selecting projects for financial assistance. Available assistance:
$3.6 million for years 2001-2004.
Cuyahoga County Municipal Energy Program
Grant funding is available for eligible municipalities to conduct energy audits for municipally owned
buildings. Limited funding is also available to implement energy saving projects
Work Access & Transportation Program
The Work Access & Transportation Program provides van pool service to outlying job areas
for low-income individuals and those transitioning from welfare to work.
