New Downtown Park Improvements Proposed for Meet Me Here Park

A new downtown park activation is moving forward that would bring a professional-sized basketball court and other amenities to the area across from Rocket Arena. Emergency Ordinance 714-2026 seeks to allow the City of Cleveland to accept significant park improvements as a gift and establish an agreement for their long-term care.

## 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, located on Huron Road (PPN 101-28-036). Under this agreement, the City would accept various donations of improvements to the park, which have an estimated value of approximately $1,190,000 714-2026-MMH Legislative Summary ( Revised).

According to the 714-2026-MMH Legislative Summary ( Revised), the project aims to commemorate the 10-year anniversary of the Cleveland Cavaliers’ 2016 Championship season. Planned improvements include:
* A professional-size basketball court with themed graphics honoring the 2016 season
* Seating and commemorative banners
* Decorative planters
* A trail, tree plantings, lighting, and waste receptacles

The agreement would require MMH Park LLC to handle ongoing maintenance of the improvements and the park, including landscaping, tree maintenance, trash and recycling removal, and snow removal. The proposal also includes the programming of events at the park. The initial term of the agreement is set for five years, with four additional five-year renewal options available with approval from the Director 714-2026-MMH Legislative Summary ( Revised).

## Who may be affected
The record specifically names the following:
* Ward 5 (Councilman Starr)
* Department of Parks and Recreation
* MMH Park LLC

## Status and timeline
The ordinance was introduced on May 29, 2026, and is currently listed as "Agenda Ready." It 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.

Source record

File
714-2026
Type
Emergency Ordinance
Status
Agenda Ready
Committee
Municipal Services and Properties Committee
Introduced
May 28, 2026

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