Ohio HB402 declares the Cleveland Metroparks system as "Ohio's Emerald Necklace" to honor its natural beauty and public benefits.
Ohio HB402 declares the Cleveland Metroparks system as "Ohio's Emerald Necklace" to acknowledge its status as a nationally recognized network of natural spaces, trails, waterways, and recreational amenities. The bill honors the system's encircling layout of green spaces that preserve natural beauty and provide public access to nature, outdoor recreation, and environmental education. It recognizes the system's significant contribution to the quality of life, public health, ecological resilience, and tourism in northeast Ohio.
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