New Downtown Park Improvements Proposed for Meet Me Here Park
A new downtown park activation is being proposed for the space on Huron Road across from Rocket Arena. Emergency Ordinance 714-2026 would allow the City of Cleveland to accept over $1 million in park improvements as a gift and establish a long-term agreement for the site's upkeep.
What's in the file
The legislation authorizes the Director of Parks and Recreation to enter into a property adoption agreement with MMH Park LLC (or its designee) for Meet Me Here Park (PPN 101-28-036). According to the 714-2026-MMH Legislative Summary ( Revised), the project is intended to commemorate the 10-year anniversary of the Cleveland Cavaliers’ 2016 Championship season.
The City would accept a donation of improvements with an estimated value of approximately $1,190,000. Planned site upgrades include:
- A professional-size basketball court featuring themed graphics honoring the 2016 season
- Seating and commemorative banners
- Decorative planters
- A trail, tree plantings, lighting, and waste receptacles
Under the proposed agreement, MMH Park LLC would be responsible for the ongoing maintenance of the park and its improvements. This includes landscaping, tree maintenance, trash and recycling removal, snow removal, and the programming of events.
| Agreement Term | Renewal Options |
|---|---|
| 5 years | Four 5-year options |
Who may be affected
- Ward 5 (Councilman Starr): The geographic area where the park is located.
- Department of Parks and Recreation: The department authorized to manage the adoption agreement.
- MMH Park LLC: The entity proposing the improvements and responsible for ongoing maintenance.
Status and timeline
- May 29, 2026: The ordinance was introduced and is currently listed as "Agenda Ready."
The record indicates the file has been referred to the Municipal Services and Properties Committee.
Residents can verify the details of this proposal by reviewing the official record for File No. 714-2026 via the Cleveland City Clerk's website.
| Initial Term | 5 years |
|---|---|
| Renewal Option Length | 5 years |
Source record
- File
- 714-2026
- Type
- Emergency Ordinance
- Status
- Agenda Ready
- Committee
- Municipal Services and Properties Committee
- Introduced
- May 28, 2026
Official documents
- 714-2026 Prop adoption agreement w MMH Park LLC for Meet me here park and improvements donation
- 714-2026-A File-Prop adoption agreement w MMH Park LLC for Meet me here park and improvements donation
- 714-2026-MMH Legislative Summary ( Revised)