PARK BOARD FISCAL YEAR 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Strengthening Our Heritage, Building Our Future

CINCINNATI PARK BOARD ANNUAL REPORT 2015-2016 TABLE OF CONTENTS

Message from the President Waterfront Parks Advisory Council Financial Services

Awards & Accomplishments Planning & Design Maintenance Cost Centers

Contact Us Explore Nature! Business Services Our Sponsors & Partners

Urban Forestry Carol Ann’s Carousel Social Media Community Meet Our Parks Staff

OUR MISSION Volunteers Krohn Conservatory Feature Greenleaf Program Conserving, managing, sustaining, Cincinnati Parks...Strengthening Our Heritage, and enhancing Parks’ natural and Building Our Future cultural resources and public

We are proud of the accomplishments made in Fiscal Year 2016. greenspaces - for the enjoyment, Cincinnati Parks continues to rely on strong support and partnerships to help strengthen our heritage and build our future. enlightenment, and enrichment of Moreover, Cincinnati Parks completed numerous capital projects that strengthed our park system to support present and future the Cincinnati community. generations. Much of the construction of phase two of the Yeatman’s Cove walkway has been completed. The design plan for projects, such as Auburn Triangle was completed. In addition, Cincinnati Parks began the renovation of Ziegler Park and continued to have outstanding community support and attendance at events, such as the Krohn Conservatory’s ‘‘Butterflies of the Caribbean’.’ With your help, Cincinnati Parks continues to focus on cost effective ideas to provide clean, safe, reliable, green, beautiful and enriching parks for generations to come, as we continue to strengthen our heritage and build our future.

Left Page: Yeatman’s Cove at Sawyer Point is a place to relax and watch the steamboats roll by; Krohn Conservatory’s ‘‘Butterflies of the Caribbean’’ brought the ocean to Cincinnati; Tapping into the sweetness, kids enjoy Explore Nature!’s Holiday Break camps at California Woods; Science night with Explore Nature! was illuminating as guests learned how to make roses glow; The best way to spend an afternoon is taking a whirl on Carol Ann’s Carousel!

Right Page: The fountains at Washington Park are a perfect place to cool off on a hot summer day; the soft evening glow at the deck of Washington Park is a great place to unwind during weekdays; Krohn Conservatory held their international butterfly show, ‘Butterflies of the Caribbean’ with the second highest attendance in show history! A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

Cincinnati Parks... Strengthening Our Heritage, Building Our Future

The Park Board is pleased to share the many accomplishments of Fiscal Year 2016. This fiscal year brought a number of record-setting events. The Krohn Conservatory Holiday Show, ‘The Poinsettia Express’ and the Butterfly Show, ‘Butterflies of the Caribbean’ generated record breaking attendance and revenue. This year over 90,000 visitors came to the Butterfly Show, which was the second highest attended show to date. Over 2,000 individuals participated in Explore Nature!’s, nature education camps. Furthermore, over 5,800 volunteers gave their continued support to the beautification and enrichment of our parks.

The success of Cincinnati Parks was again highlighted by City Nova and the Trust for Public Land as one of the best park systems in the nation. As we look to our future, Cincinnati Parks is in step with the social media front which is continuously growing. Our Business Services division has invested numerous hours into updating and improving the Park Board website and social media outlets to keep Parks current with today’s social media trends. Please continue to read the enclosed pages which detail the many accomplishments Cincinnati Parks achieved during the year.

Otto M. Budig, Jr. On behalf of the Board of Park Commissioners, I would like to thank the Mayor and members of City Council, all of our Park Board employees, community Cincinnati Board of Park Commissioners partners, and volunteers for their unwavering support and commitment to “Strengthening our Heritage, Building our Future” to our magnificent park system PRESIDENT and this amazing city. Cincinnati Parks is a jewel to be enjoyed today and for years to come!

Robert D. H. Anning ith Gaither Sm Susa enberg Merri n F. Castellini Dianne M. Ros IDENT VICE PRES Board of Park Commissioners

The is comprised of exceptional community and corporate leaders who are a vital part of our successful organization. The Board of five Com- missioners volunteer their time and talents in support of our mutual commitment to continued care and maintenance for the positive trajectory of Cincinnati Parks. Additional volunteerism by the Board includes: participation in ribbon cutting ceremonies, presenta- tions to business and community councils, public speaking engagements, and attendance at monthly Board sessions.

Right Page: Top: Krohn Conservatory Fall Show “A Bevy of Blossoms, A Flock of Flowers” Center: Carol Ann’s Carousel at Smale Riverfront Park Bottom: Historic photograph & present day AWARDS & ACCOLADES CONTACT US Below: The Castellini Esplanade at Smale Riverfront Park is ideal for farmer’s markets, its design pays homage to the heritage and the historic character of the produce industry formerly housed here. Director of Parks Park Advisory Councils The Trust for Public Land Cincinnati Parks received recognition as one of the best park systems in the nation. The ranking was based on how many residents live within a 10-minute walk Willie F. Carden, Jr...... 513-352-4079 Cheryl Alexander ...... 513-352-4079 of a park, park size, park investment and the inclusion of popular amenities like dog parks, playgrounds and recreation centers. Operations and Land Management Park Facility Rentals...... 513-357-2604 Jim Burkhardt...... 513-861-8970 TripAdvisor 2016 Certificate of Excellence Park Special Events and Special Use Permits Planning & Design Jenny Mobley ...... 513-357-2602 The 2016 Certificate of Excellence is a prestigious award that can only be earned through consistently great reviews, which are Steve Schuckman...... 513-475-9600 published on the TripAdvisor travel site. Premier Park Events ...... 513-221-2610 Business Services Event Rentals for: Krohn Conservatory, French House, Jackie Binford...... 513-357-2619 Gibson House, Ault Park Pavilion, Pavilion, Arbor Day Foundation 2016 Tree City USA Recognition Berry Pavilion, Mt. Echo Pavilion, Maple Ridge Lodge, Financial Services The Anderson Pavilion, and Oak Ridge Lodge To qualify as a Tree City USA community, a town or city must meet four standards established by the Arbor Day Foundation and the National Association of State Marijane Klug ...... 513-357-2608 Foresters. The Cincinnati Park Board has received Tree City USA recognition for 33 years! Urban Forestry Carol Ann’s Carousel Robin Hunt...... 513-861-9070 Cincinnati Family Magazine 2015 Best of Parenting - Day Camp & Rainy Day Activity Tashae Watkins...... 513-381-3756 Volunteers and Green Up Day Readers participate and vote in an annual Best of Parenting Awards for Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. Cincinnati Parks’ Explore Nature! program was voted a Central District Parks Jennifer Harten...... 513-861-8970 finalist for ‘Best Day Camp!’ While Cincinnati Parks’ Krohn Conservatory was voted a finalist for ‘Best Rainy Day Activity!’ Dave Boutelle...... 513-961-1800 Jessica Truman...... 513-475-9600

East District Parks Waterfront Parks Arbor Day Foundation 2016 Tree City USA Recognition - Growth Award Lou Sand ...... 513-321-8439 Kelly Carr...... 513-352-6180 West The Tree City USA Growth Award is awarded by the Arbor Day Foundation to recognize higher levels of tree care by participating Tree Explore Nature! and Nature Camps West District Parks Youth Smale District Employment East City USA communities. The Growth Award highlights innovative programs and projects as well as increased commitment of resources Ruthann Spears...... 513-321-6070 Larry Parker...... 513-251-8728 Marketing District & Public for urban forestry. It also provides an opportunity to share new ideas and successes across the country. Fuel/Fleet Relations Greenspaces and Gateways Management Ann Uhlman...... 513-861-9070 Planning/ Safety & Design Training Green Girl Scouts of Western 2016 Premier Program Partner Greenleaf Krohn Conservatory Technology Property Graphic Central In acknowledgment of Explore Nature! ongoing support to the Girl Scout mission to build girls of Courage, Confidence, and Character who make the world a better place. Andrea Schepmann ...... 513-352-4080 Management Design Budget District Krohn Conservatory Volunteers Reservations Financial Carol Ann’s City Beat 2016 Urban Life Reader Picks Sarah Schmalz...... 513-352-5707 Facility Reporting Carousel Management Cincinnati Parks’ were named in thirteen categories (sometimes sweeping all top three nominations!) Street Trees and Trails Human Natural Administration Resource Explore Nature! Resources Jim Godby ...... 513-861-9070 Special Management Projects Information WalletHub Fourth Best City in the Country for Parks & Recreation Natural Resources Management Technology International Special Dave Gamstetter...... 513-861-9070 Capital Project Affairs Events & Green Management Permits Auditing The Park Board Visitor Center is located inside Krohn Conservatory Procurement in and is open to the public Tuesday through Sunday, Planning Business Financial Volunteers 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 513-352-4080 & Design Services Services Operations Waterfront

Director of Parks

Board of Park Commissioners

Mayor of Cincinnati Left: Sharks are ‘swimming’ through the air at Krohn’s ‘‘Butterflies of the Caribbean’’ show Center: Campers enjoy a cookout at California Woods in the early 1930’s Right: Krohn Citizens of Cincinnati Conservatory Holiday Show ‘Poinsettia Express’ is a beloved holiday tradition for many guests URBAN FORESTRY

Munich and Cincinnati Sister Cities Fall Releaf FY 2016: Collaborate on Flower Show Exhibit Provided 523 Trees To 145 Different Participants In 34 Communities

In April 2016, the Munich Park Department and Cincinnati The ReLeaf program’s original mission in 1988 was to Burr Oak, and Beech. Having a mix of small, medium, and Park Board collaborated on a Gold Medal Award Winning provide trees for homeowners who either have street tree large maturing trees available for the program allows par- exhibit at the Cincinnati Horticultural Society Flower Show. lawns that are too narrow to be planted by Urban Forestry ticipants and staff to select the right tree for the right place. The exhibit was designed by Mrs. Petra Simon-Crhak and Mr. or have overhead utility lines in them. The program has All planting sites are inspected to assure there will not be Martin Heinrich, horticulturists with the Munich Park Depart- blossomed to include community and school involvement, conflicts with utilities. ment and represented the conscience greening of urban squares property owners and diverse tree species selection. in Munich. The Munich horticulturists describe the exhibit as, Cincinnati Parks staff was again able to contribute to the “Cities can easily create green living rooms outdoors, connecting The trees are planted in the front yard and provide the efforts of Taking Root for the 2016 program. Volunteers dwellings to the streetscape with color, form, and structures that beauty and energy-saving shade of a street tree without for Taking Root in Madisonville organized their own com- relate equally well to historic and contemporary styles. We create the costly conflicts with overhead utilities. Funding from munity participants, generating another 40 tree requests. new spaces for plants to live – new spaces to breathe – new spaces Duke Energy and the Cincinnati Parks Foundation allows Participants in the program were encouraged to register for nurturing community.” us to provide the trees to Cincinnati property owners at no their trees on Taking Root’s website. As participants register cost to them. We have given away more than 18,500 trees their trees, they will help Taking Root reach the goal of Park Board staff supplied logistical support by building the in the 27 years of the program. planting 2 million trees by 2020. wooden planters, helping to select and secure plants and materi- als, and working with our Munich counterparts to construct the For this year’s ReLeaf program, staff selected 12 different exhibit. Collaborations between the Munich Park Department species of trees: Redbud, Winter King Hawthorn, Yoshino Above: Martin, Petra and Oliver, horticulturists from and Cincinnati Park Board have resulted in many projects such as Cherry, Yellowwood, Patriot Elm, Blue Spruce, and Fall the Munich Park Department stand in front of the the Cincinnati-Munich Friendship Garden in Reimer Park, a tree house Fiesta Sugar Maple. Building on the popularity of the small ‘Castle of Air’ a gift from the City of Munich. Theodore in Munich, and the ‘Castle of Air’ in Theodore M. Berry International native seedlings from previous years’ programs, we offered M. Berry International Friendship Park, named for Friendship Park. In the words of our Munich friends “so in fact we small seedling stock of Hazelnut, Pawpaw, River Birch, Cincinnati’s first African-American mayor, serves as a learn the most important thing growing in a garden are warm relationships.” lasting tribute to world unity and global understanding Fighting To Keep Parks Green And Healthy The invasive Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) has been plaguing Cincinnati ash trees since 2007. To date, over 4,800 ash street trees and 5,900 ash park trees have died and been removed. Community Volunteer Projects Cincinnati Parks could not function as well as it does without the help of our community As of the end of FY 2016, most park trails that were closed due to volunteers throughout the year. A tremendous amount of support was given by multiple local parks such as Seasongood Square, Fairview, , Inwood, Stanbery, and hazardous ash trees have been reopened and only 160 untreated ash groups and organizations to improve and sustain various park locations for future visitors. Kennedy Heights Parks. Over 930 hours were donated to help plant trees, spread mulch, street trees remain. In 2016 the street tree program was able to begin Making an impact with 3,588 hours donated by groups from , the Wild- provide general parks clean-up and much more! During the Go Cincinnati event sponsored the process of canopy restoration by planting 1,400 more trees than flower Society, Fernbank Garden Club, Elder, Happen Inc., the Boy Scouts, CIY Engage by Crossroads Church 750 volunteers donated 3,000 hours of their time. Above: Fall Releaf Program provided 523 trees were removed. and many others! Green Up Day events took place during the month of April in several Above: Everybody’s Treehouse at Mt. Airy Forest. Mt. Airy Left: Cincinnati Park Board was honored to receive the Phyllis G. Smale award. Parks staff accepted the award at Forest was one park heavily impacted by EAB Cincinnati Park Foundation’s 10th annual ‘Hats Off Luncheon’ Center: Volunteers tackle a mountain of mulch at the MCC at Ault Park Right: Prepping for winter this volunteer group was out in force in November trimming at LaBoiteaux Woods Nature Center

Left: Emerald Ash Borer beetle is a small invasive green jewel beetle that feeds on ash trees Center: Parks’ staff planted a sugar tree at Alms Park in 1944 Right: Mt. Airy Arboretum in the spring blossoms with colors for all to enjoy Bottom Left: Schott Amphitheatre at Sawyer Point was the first waterworks pumping station along the Ohio River; WATERFRONT Bottom Center and Right: Eleven free ‘Smale Family Fun Days’ featured live entertainment, free face painting, balloon art, lawn games and so much more thanks to support from Bahl & Gaynor and Cincinnati Parks Foundation Right: Cincinnati Bell/WEBN Riverfest, started in 1977, occurs on Labor Day weekend and is best viewed from our Waterfront Parks.

Unveiling of Smale Riverfront Park’s New “Memory Honoring A Legacy of Service Garden”: A Partnership Between The Cincinnati “Buy A Duck, Feed A Child” Park Board And The Greater Cincinnati – Bob Edwards Alzheimer’s Association

Within the sycamore trees at Yeatman’s Cove, stands a kiosk Memories remind us of the past, strengthening our heritage, and guide us that now pays tribute to a man who dedicated his life toward into the future; however, for those with Alzheimer’s, the inability to form new serving others. Bob Edwards, the founder of the Rubber Duck memories is often one of the first signs of the illness. Alzheimer’s disease is the Regatta and Chairman of the Freestore Foodbank, served sixth leading cause of death in the U.S., and the only illness among the top ten on the Bicentennial Commons Board of Visitors Advisory for which there is no cure or even a means to slow its pace. Yet, amidst these Council for over twenty years. Established in 1987 upon the realities, thankfully there are organizations like the Alzheimer’s Association development of Bicentennial Commons-Sawyer Point, the that assist those affected and their caregivers by providing dozens of expert ser- Board oversees and administers the Bicentennial Commons vices at no cost. Some of these programs include a 24/7 Help-line, Family Care Permanent Capital Replacement, Maintenance and Repair Consultation and specifically, Early Stage Living Well Programs. These Early Trust. Bob Edwards was an active and devoted member, whose council and direction had Stage Living Well Programs are designed to enrich the lives of those with early an enormous impact on the park and staff. stage memory loss and work to help participants remain healthy and active for as long as possible. Completed January 2016, the kiosk plaque that honors Bob’s legacy overlooks the river within perfect view of the annual regatta. As founder of the Rubber Duck Regatta, Bob Thanks to a generous grant by the Omnicare Foundation, the Greater Cincin- raised over fifteen million in proceeds for the Freestore Foodbank. As said by Rick Greiwe, nati Alzheimer’s Association has added a new “Memory Garden” to Smale Riv- fellow board member, “Bob’s love of our unique riverfront resources, his can-do attitude, erfront Park and to its list of Early Stage Living Well Programs. The “Memory and his deep civic roots in the Garden” is a dedicated area at Smale Riverfront Park for community were a perfect blend program participants to plant and maintain alongside Park of skills for his service as a Board florists. To compliment the Garden, the Cincinnati member of the board of visitors.” Park Board has devoted trained docents to lead activities throughout the year for individuals with memory loss and We encourage you to visit the kiosk their families. at Yeatman’s Cove, which serves as Programming At Smale Riverfront Park: both a tribute and an opportunity to “We are thrilled to partner with Omnicare and Cincin- Something For Everyone; Past, Present, educate others about the importance of nati Parks. Together we will create a publicly accessible And Future service. As we honor the legacy of Bob “Memory Garden”, planted by and for those with memory Edwards, we strengthen our heritage loss and their families to use as a social gathering place,” Whether you are on a walking tour through the historic Black Brigade and build our future. said Paula Kollstedt, Executive Director of the Greater Monument, enjoying a weekly yoga class, or bringing the entire family Cincinnati Alzheimer’s Association. “We are deeply grate- down for a show; Cincinnati Parks’ Smale Summer Fun Program ful to the Omnicare Foundation and the Cincinnati Park Series has something for everyone. Since the summer of 2012, Board for this exciting opportunity.” Cincinnati Parks has featured entertainment programs at Smale Riverfront Park. For the history buff in your group, visit the many Above: Rubber Duck Regatta at Yeatman’s Cove For more information about the Early Stage Living Well public art tributes to Cincinnati’s riverfront heritage. Want to stay fit? Programs, the “Memory Garden”, and the Greater Cincinnati Alzheimer’s Join a weekly yoga class or monthly spinning class at the Schmidlapp Association please visit: http://www.alz.org/cincinnati/ Event Lawn. And, if you want to keep the kids entertained all day long; splash and play at Cincinnati Parks award winning playgrounds. We even have puppet shows, concerts, and plays offered monthly. Each summer season, Cincinnati Parks works diligently to offer free family friendly entertainment that honors our past, present, and future.

Above: The P&G go Vibrantscape at Smale Riverfront Park greets guests as they cross the Roebling Bridge into Cincinnati PLANNING AND DESIGN

Planning, Design and Facilities is the section responsible for Park’s capital improvement program and budgeting, planning, design, and the management of facilities and infrastructure. This section manages construction projects, master planning, and park enhancements, renovations and repairs. Staff is also responsible for strategic and long range planning, property transactions, general park development and public art. Programming highlights include the following:

Park Planning

A number of park plans were developed in conjunction with neighborhoods and civic groups, Ziegler Park Trails and Greenways as well as with developers. These included the creation of a plan for Auburn Triangle at the Parks worked with 3CDC to create a new plan for Ziegler Specific trail alignments were further developed for the Ohio River Trail, entrance to the Corryville neighborhood and adjacent to a major new residential develop- Park and its expansion, including a 400-car underground Wasson Way, Little Duck Creek, Mill Creek and the Little Miami Trail and ment. The design and construction is funded by the Department of Economic Development. garage. An extensive community engagement process in- how these trails would link up, and staff worked with a regional trails group on Also funded by the Department of Economic Development is a new master plan for cluded numerous public meetings and design workshops and a new trail plan to connect up bike trails within the city. Staff also created new standards Westwood Town Hall Park. A design firm was retained and a public engagement process the plan was approved by the Planning Commission, His- for trail construction and maintenance which were adopted by the Park Board. was initiated to create a new design for this greenspace in the center of the Westwood toric Conservation Board and City Council. Construction Business District. A concept plan for a new park was also created for a Walnut Hills started in February and the park is expected to be completed Gateway Park at the current site of Johnson Park on Gilbert Avenue. This project was by the summer of 2017. generated through a land swap transaction with Neyer Development who is renovating the Grand Baldwin Building and converting it to apartments. The results will be an enhanced and transfigured park. Lytle Park The master plan for the park was refined and Staff also worked with a developer on advancing plans for Inwood Park in conjunction staff worked with Western-Southern and Eagle with a new residential development being constructed next to Inwood Park and with Realty to integrate their development with the two other development opportunities in the East End along Columbia Parkway. Further park. The property transaction was also planning work continued on parks and greenspace proposals in Lower Price Hill including completed to lease a section of the park, now the proposed new Price Landing Park. Staff also worked with the preferred developer for the occupied by Lytle Street, to the hotel develop- Showboat Majestic. ment. The agreement included the provision that Western-Southern would fund a portion A comprehensive update was completed for all Park infrastructure and life cycle costs were of the maintenance of the park for 20 years. calculated for all capital assets. Staff also worked with the Millcreek Watershed Council of Communities on a Millcreek restoration and stabilization project that resulted in the execu- Heritage of Mt. Storm ‘Temple of Love’ tion of an environmental covenant to protect the section of the Caldwell Nature Preserve Smale Riverfront Park along the Millcreek. Also staff completed the design and all copy for a new book on Carol Design work continued on the boat dock and This is a gracious reminder of Robert Bowler’s estate. In his Ann’s Carousel. future phases of the park. Communication Above: Burnet Woods lake is the perfect place to enjoy a summer stroll or day of fishing Bottom Left: magnificent home (razed in 1917) Bowler entertained the Prince Left: Solar panels are at 17 Park Board facilities Center: Hikers enjoy a walk along the creek bed continued with the Corps of Engineers and Historic photography of Ziegler Park in 1913 Center: Construction on Zielger Park began of Wales, Charles Dickens and other 19th-century celebrities. The Right: Planning & Design assisted with wiring lighting & electrical for the Bunbury Music Festival with our congressional delegation on expanding the federal Bottom Right: Aerial at Lytle Park Temple was designed in 1845 by , former supervi- at Sawyer Point authorization for the project in order to be able to receive sor of the Imperial Gardens in Vienna and designer of Spring Grove future appropriations to complete the park. Cemetery. A domed pavilion with Corinthian columns, it reflects the 19th-century affinity for classical themes. A pattern of swans and foli- age embellishes the frieze. The structure also functioned as a cover for a cistern, which held water for Bowler’s greenhouses. Set on an open lawn makes it a present day much sought after wedding rental. PLANNING AND DESIGN, CONT’D

Standing Strong: 10th Annual Mayor’s Corporate Challenge

Facility Management The 10th annual Mayor’s Corporate Challenge This section carries out preventive maintenance and repairs at over 120 buildings (MCC) was very successful, with 1,050 volunteers from as well as the infrastructure of fountains, utilities, hose boxes and furnishings. There 21 participating companies and organizations. The day were over 3,000 scheduled preventive maintenance tasks completed as well started early with a kick-off at Sawyer Point and delivery as hundreds of individual repair projects. Special projects included the following: of an energetic welcome from the Honorable Vice Mayor David Mann. Leaders from the participating groups helped R5  *#, 5( & 5*)& 5&#!".-5.".51 , 5'! 535&#!".(#(! to cheer the volunteers on for a day of team building and R5 --#-. 5)(.,.),-51#."5 (. ,.#0 5. ,5 ./, 51. ,5-/**&35&#( 5, *#,- fun. A total of 26 projects were completed with 4,900 bags R5  *#, 5." 5'#(51. ,5-/**&35&#( 5 (. ,#(!5'& 5#0 , ,)(.5,%5"- 5i of mulch, 6,000 cubic yards of mulch 2,000 cubic yards of R5 /#&.5( 15%#)-%5-#!(-5 ),5 (5,%5(5( 15ł)1 ,5*&(. ,-5 ),5,(5), -.,3 wood chips, 140 cubic yards of playground safety surface, R5 (-.&& 55" .5*/'*5 ),5." 5/&.5, .% ,-5)/- 1,390 perennials, 4,320 annual flowers and 672 trees and R5  .,)ŀ.. 5go5ł!5*)& 5&#!".-5.5,# (-"#*5,%65." 5&#!".-5.51&-5 -.5,%5(5 shrubs. Volunteers also worked on habitat restoration by 60 Bollard lights at the waterfront, with new LED fixtures removing invasive honeysuckle. Cincinnati Parks is grateful R5 ,,# 5)/.5 & .,#51),%5.5 .'(]-5)0 5#(5-/**),.5) 5." 5*0 ,5, *& ' (.-5 for the efforts of all the corporate groups and would like to along the top of the Serpentine Wall thank them for being part of this exciting and rewarding R5  -. 5#(7")/- 65 ),5." 5ŀ,-.5.#' 65&&5gif5%ł)15*, 0 (. ,- day. One of the highlights for the 2016 MCC was the plant- R5 #, 5 ),5-/"5 0 (.-5-5/(/,365#0 , -.5(5." 5 $),5 !/ 5&&5.,5' ing and mulching of trees and shrubs donated by R5 (-.&& 5( 15*&/'#(!5ŀ2./, -5 ),5/,( .5))-5(-.(5(5 .5")5 KAO volunteers in Ault Park. comfort station. R5 ,,# 5)/.5'$),5*."#(!5(5*#(.#(!51),%5.5/&.50#&#)(

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Left: Nearly 200 years old now, is a treasured oasis in Center: Spring time walk through Burnet Woods Right: Volunteers ‘climbing’ to the challenge and working hard at Mayor’s Corporate Challenge at Alms Park

Next Page - Left: Bunbury Music Festival, located at Sawyer Point, is an annual three day event with over 100 performances and nearly 20,000 daily attendance; Left Bottom: A walk Left: Parks & General Electric partnered to plant this beautiful floral carpet, at Smale Riverfront through Eden Park in spring time is sure to please your senses; Next Page - Right: Burnet Park Above & Center: Burnet Woods slide & bandstand provided entertainment and fun for all Woods is a great place to walk and reflect on the joys of nature ages! Left: Bunbury Music Festival at Sawyer Point was 3 full days of music and food

EXPLORE NATURE

Since the 1930’s, Cincinnati Park Board has provided quality educational programming at five nature centers, neighborhood parksand preserves, and diverse community sites. These year-round programs, events and activities are offered from Pre-K to senior citizens on a wide variety of topics that stimulate interest in appreciating and learning about our wonderful natural resources in Cincinnati. From tapping maple trees, to the stars and beyond, we engage our guests in discovering the natural world around them.

Explore Nature!

Award Winning Summer Day Camps Keep Growing School Programming Explore Nature! Special Events and Expanded Programming Grandparents who once enjoyed our summer camps are Explore Nature! staff did 334 school programs reaching 11,899 children and 2,279 adults. Explore Nature! seeks opportunities to expand its audience via new programs. As a result of now sending their grandchildren to our award winning The naturalists had programming at public and private schools. About two thirds of the our efforts, we now provide birthday parties at all of our nature centers, and we visit nursing summer camps. Since its inception, our summer camps school programming was done at the nature centers, the rest in the schools. Even when homes, retirement communities and libraries with expanded outreach programs. We also have remained a tradition for families in the tri-state area. we do programming at the schools, we still make sure the children do a portion of the continue our traditional programming such as Maple in Mt. Airy, Halloween Hikes and We look for new adventures but keep our traditional camps, programming outside where the children can actually “interact” with nature. Holiday Crafts. Some of our programs were presented with great partners such as KCB, which allow kids to be kids in the great outdoors, at afford- CRC, ORSANCO, Hamilton County Soil and Water, Cincinnati Wild Flower Association able prices. Excellence is not something we strive for, it is and many more! what we expect. When we asked on our 2015 camp survey, Nature Next Door: Inner City Outreach “What did you like best about our summer camps?” some Our free eight week summer Nature Next Door program encourages children to explore respondents said: nature in their own neighborhoods. These locations include Lincoln Recreation Center Play Nellie Leaman Taft Foundation Area (West End), Fleishmann Gardens (Avondale), Roselawn Park (Roselawn) and our Ten schools with limited financial Harry Potter Camp: pretty much everything! It was about newly refurbished Washington Park (OTR). Our free Nature Next Door school year-round resources had an opportunity to Harry Potter, which they love, they loved learning and being outreach programs provide hands-on experiences in science and natural history during visit our nature centers at no cost outside, the crafts and the games! the academic year. to them, thanks to generous fund- ing from the Nellie Leaman Taft Nature Camp: that they were SUPER DIRTY when I Foundation and Cincinnati Park picked her up. To me, that’s the sign of a good camp :) Foundation. The response was overwhelming. Educational Creek Week Camp: Creeking and finding fossils! Always programs were provided at all the highlight. She liked learning many new facts related five nature centers. to nature. 27,154 children and 8,365 adults explored nature at 1,068 programs Mt. Airy Elementary visited LaBoiteaux Woods Nature Center REPRESENTS 100 ADULTS on March 9 for an interesting look at Native American Life. Jessica Above: Kids are leaping for joy over this year’s Nature Gable, teacher, expressed the Camps in the park theme, Summer Olympics REPRESENTS 100 CHILDREN following: “We just loved it! Thank you so much! One of our favorite trips ever – well planned, students were constantly engaged, and a hike that wore them all out!”

Above: Nature Next Door van brings programs and fun to Left: Preschool Discovery Mornings are a fun, hands-on way to explore nature’s treasures right at the neighborhoods! their neighborhood park for ages 3 1/2 to 5 years old Right: Nature Next Door brings hands on fish as teaching visuals during Water Week

Left: Volunteers carve pumpkins for the Explore Nature! Magic Forest Halloween Hikes at Caldwell Nature Preserve Center: No one can say no to syrup at Explore Nature!’s always-fun Maple in Mt. Airy Right: Explore Nature! award winning summer camps are for Pre-K to 8th grade CAROL ANN’S CAROUSEL

Below: The Black Stallion reflects the leadership, strength, and pride of the Cincinnati Park Board and all those who came forward in support of the vision to transfrom what was once a wasteland into the wonderland that is Smale Riverfront Park.

Old Is The New Fun

While looking for something new to entertain and educate, Cincinnati Parks has turned to Carol Ann’s Carousel brings Hours and Dates of Operations: something decidedly old: a wooden carousel. Carol Ann’s Carousel, a hand-carved wooden back memories to many and Reds’ Opening Day to Labor Day carousel filled with whimsical characters related to Cincinnati life, history and culture, creates new memories as par- 11 am – 7 pm (Closed Mondays) celebrated its one year anniversary. The carousel is named for Carol Ann Haile, who, along ents bring little ones for their with her husband Ralph, had a passion and commitment for communities on both banks of first ride, birthday celebration, Day after Labor Day to December 31st the Ohio River. Together, they had the desire to advance the quality of life for the Greater or to the Carousel’s family 11 am – 4 pm (Closed Mondays and Tuesdays) Cincinnati region. friendly programming events; couples get engaged, fiancés January 2nd to Before Reds’ Opening Day Upon entering the glass building, you are struck by the beauty of the Carousel itself and the wed, while the Carousel ma- 11 am – 4 pm (Closed Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) views of the Ohio River. The Carousel offers 44 different characters to ride such as a tiger, jestically whirls. The Carousel blue heron, pigeon and catfish. Each character has its own connection to Cincinnati and has had over 150 volunteer Carousel Rides $2 per person offers a way to introduce history and science to children. Stop by the gift shop and purchase a hours and there have been over memento booklet to get the full stories behind all of the characters. 160,000 tokens purchased! So Carousel is available for private rentals, children’s birthday won’t you join the many, and parties, photography/videography, and special celebrations. The amazing fascia paintings by local artist Jonathan Queen and the stunning view of the create your own memory at Roebling Bridge makes the Carousel a must see for all! Carol Ann’s Carousel!

Cincinnati Parks Advisory Councils

Park Advisory Councils Neighborhood Contact

Alms Park Advisory Council Columbia-Tusculum Arlene Golembiewski Ault Park Advisory Council Mt. Lookout Susan Laing Avon Woods Advisory Council North Avondale/Paddock Hills Joyce Coleman Bradford-Felter-Tanglewood College Hill Jay Staples Burnet Woods/Mt. Storm PAC Corryville/Clifton/CUF Steve Slack California Woods Council California John Lindberg/Jim Farfsing Drake Park Advisory Council Kennedy Heights Michelle Dragga Eden Park Advisory Council Walnut Hills/Mt. Adams Fred Orth Fleischmann Gardens Council Avondale Melvin & Brenda Grier Kennedy Heights/Woodford Parks Kennedy Heights Kate Kern/Lisa Pickering LaBoiteaux Woods Council College Hill Drew Asimus Mt. Echo Advisory Council East Price Hill James Turner/Eric Buhrer Northside Greenspace, Inc. Northside Anita Buck Owls Nest Advisory Council E. Walnut Hills/Evanston Rae Vuic Rapid Run Advisory Council West Price Hill Mary Jo Bazeley Sayler Park Advisory Council Sayler Park Amy Searcy Smale Riverfront Park /Central Riverfront Linda Phillips Stanbery Park Advisory Council Mt. Washington Mark Lorenz/P. Elgersma Above: Carol Ann’s Carousel and Pichler Fountains & Plaza Left, Right,

Wilson Commons Council East Price Hill Mary Croft Carol Ann’s Carousel is ready for you to take a whirl! and Center: Visit the Carousel to see hand painted scenes and uniquely carved characters KROHN CONSERVATORY

The Conservatory is named for Irwin M. Krohn, honoring his 25 years of dedicated service on the Board of Park Commissioners. Constructed in 1933, the glasshouse structure reflects an Art Deco influence. Our desire to inform and foster interest in conservation worldwide is evident through our variedhorticultural and nature education programs. Activities include special tours, school programs, elaborate horticultural displays and more. The changing seasonal floral showshave been a popular attraction since the Conservatory opened, and the showroom is redesigned five times a year with beautiful floral installations.

Krohn Conservatory: Adopt-A-Day Program “The Healing Garden” Summer Show, presented by Mercy Health and Scherzinger In March, we sailed into a tropical experience with the 2016 The Adopt-A-Day program began in 2013 as a way to offer volunteer opportunities for Termite and Pest Control, started the 2015-2016 fiscal year at the Krohn Conservatory Butterfly Show; “‘Butterflies of the Caribbean’”. The show groups during the Butterfly Show. Organizations provide full volunteer coverage for an and Warder Nursery. The show offered a fun summer adventure for our visitors through was presented by Macy’s and supported by Reztark Archi- entire day of the show and organization involvement has tripled since it first began! Organi- a variety of sensory experiences: masses of colorful blooms, soft foliage, scented herbs, and tects, who designed and built a two-story tall “ship” from zations return year after year and share the great experience with new groups. This helps to musical garden instruments. A series of related programming called “Six Saturdays to recycled pallets. Additional show props included reefs build and ensure the future success of this program. These group volunteers have strength- Better Health” provided opportunities for personal improvement. created from plantings of coral-like succulents. The butter- ened our community by showing dedication and support for the Cincinnati Park Board and flies and beautiful flowers grown by Warder Nursery were Krohn Conservatory. Together, they have provided 506 volunteers and accrued 1,923 hours! In September, the Fall Show strengthened our heritage of tradition by presenting the the main focal point of the event. popular chrysanthemums, asters and anemones. The show, “A Bevy of Blossoms, A Flock of Below: Octupi props were crawling around Krohn This year, we had our highest response yet, over 50% of the 2016 Butter- Flowers,” was accentuated with numerous pumpkins, Indian corn, and a ‘flock’ of orna- A variety of events also took fly Show had been adopted. mental garden sheep. Scherzinger Termite and Pest Control again sponsored the show and place during the Butterfly Show: special events included: lambs from a nearby farm visiting children, a Fall Harvest celebra- photographer nights and photo Adopt a Day Growth Over the Past 4 Years! tion, and a pumpculent pumpkin decorating workshop. contest, an Earth Day celebra- 2013 15 adopted days, 15 organizations tion, Crafts and Crafts happy 2014 21 adopted days, 12 organizations The Holiday Show followed in November with new exhibits from Applied Imagination hour, Mother’s Day Straw Mar- 2015 41 adopted days, 22 organizations and the Schmalz Family. “The Poinsettia Express” was presented by Scherzinger Termite ket, Family Nights, a Breakfast 2016 49 adopted days, 8 adopted half days, 29 organizations and Pest Control, Ahrens Family Foundations, and the Friends of Krohn. In addition to with the Butterflies, and Stayca- one thousand colorful poinsettias, the show featured a series of weekend programs called tion with the Butterflies to create Park Garden Club | Belterra Park | Celanese | Cincinnati Children’s “Homemade Saturdays.” These events included local vendors, craft demonstrations, food a complete experience for our Theater | Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy | Cintas | Circle of the samplings, and a week-long toy drive for needy children. Live musicians provided seasonal visitors. Seasons | Colerain Key Club | Cornerstone Brands | Fifth Third Bank music on six separate occasions during the show. | Friends of Boone County Arboretum | Girl Scout troop 41329 | Finally, the two Florists at Heritage Girls #0056 Norwood | Jack Casino | Ikron | Liberty Mutual In early January, we continued building our future with a new theme for our Spring Show: Warder Nursery produced 20,000 | Mariemont Girl Scouts | Master Gardeners OSU Extension | Miami “Hatching Spring Blooms.” The show was sponsored by Scherzinger Termite and Pest annuals which were used to build Valley Christian Academy | Moeller High School | Notre Dame Control and highlighted egg inspired art surrounded by pastel blooms. The unique design flower beds throughout Academy NHS | Reading High School | Reinado Del Festival Hispano inspired programs and events which enhanced the experience: Egg-cellent Decorations!, Cincinnati Parks during the past year. | Scherzinger Pest Control | Sogeti | TruPartner Credit Union | US Bank | Western Hills Plant an Egg!, Little Hatchling Day, and a program on raising backyard chickens. Garden Club | Women’s New Group Additional programming was made possible through the support of new sponsors; the H.B., E.W. and F.R. Luther Charitable Foundation, Fifth Third Bank and Narley L. Haley, 2015 165,658 Co-Trustees and the L&L Nippert Charitable Foundation. TOTAL NUMBER 8,231 42,042 OF VISITORS! VISITORS VISITORS 9,963 90,791 VISITORS Healing VISITORS GARDEN 14,631 VISITORS

Left & Right: A special fairy dropped by to flutter about with Krohn Conservatory ‘Butterflies of the Caribbean’ Center: Guests enjoyed an egg inspired show with ‘Hatching Spring Blooms’

Left: Sheep grazing mums created whimsy and fun for guests at the Fall Show: A Bevy of Blossoms, a Flock of Flowers Center: Family enjoying Krohn, a paradise under glass Right: Props for the ‘‘Butterflies of the Caribbean’’ show brought color and whimsy to Krohn BUSINESS SERVICES

Comprised of many elements which are essential to the success of Parks. These include: Reservations, Human Resources, Safety & raining,T Marketing & Social Media, and Graphic Design.

Reservations and Special Use Permits Graphic Design Human Resources Did you know that many of Cincinnati Parks’ picnic shelters, comfort stations, entrances, As Parks’ is ‘Strengthening our Heritage, Building Our Future’ throughout the city of The responsibilities of Human Resources are to oversee and and stonewalls were built by WPA (Works Progress Administration) workers? The WPA Cincinnati, the Graphic Design team is responsible for visually communicating all of the assure that all hiring, payroll, and disciplinary actions are provided jobs to millions of unemployed people in the 1930’s and 40’s. Park patrons still ap- various initiatives with this theme in mind. Design materials are created to educate and completed within the timelines and guidelines provided by preciate the historical significance of these structures today as they celebrate family, friends, inspire visitors of the Krohn Conservatory; photographs are taken to excite and capture the City. neighbors, and co-workers. Over 222,000 people enjoyed our Carol Ann’s Carousel’s cast of characters; and whimsical reservable shelters, premier facilities, gardens, and Special Use Areas in FY2016, which illustrations are created to show families how much fun During the hiring process, interviews are totaled 1,011 reservations. it is to Explore Nature! carefully designed and structured to select the right talent with the skills necessary to Marketing and Social Media Designers wear many hats: conceptual artist, production meet the needs of the department. Parks The Marketing and Social Media team is the communication expressway between Parks and designer, print coordinator, project manager, art director uses internal subject matter expert manag- the public. We provide the community a continuous stream of information by keeping the and occasional copywriter. Utilizing these skills, the ers, and staff to form an interview panel that website current and carry on conversations with our patrons through various social media graphic design medium can be print, digital media, or allows a precise match of employee skill and outlets. Social Media and Marketing are the source for people to hear news, see events, visit signage. Pieces may include logos, photographs, text, expertise. This interview process has been new places, and engage with Cincinnati Parks. The marketing team continually searches and graphic elements. successful in establishing a dynamic for the newest trends and technology to advance the Cincinnati Parks brand. We recently work team. redesigned the Cincinnati Parks Website to create a clean and easy to navigate pages. The While each print or digital piece (for the public or inter- Marketing team manages three separate websites, five Facebook pages, Twitter, & Insta- nal audience), is a work of design, they are all part of a Another successful initiative that was estab- gram in order to keep patrons engaged and informed. The Cincinnati Parks main Facebook larger system to showcase the Parks organization. The lished by the leadership in the department page has increased by 1,000 new “likes” and Smale Riverfront Park has doubled from 5,268 design of the visual system—the relationships between is the “open door policy.” Each employee is “likes” to 10,516 “likes”! all of those parts—is where the designers bring value. given the opportunity to speak with their supervisor, superintendent, and even the The combined efforts of advertising through three websites, five social media platforms, in director to discuss any concerns they may Above: Brochures for Krohn Conservatory conjunction with numerous press releases and targeted market emails, allows engagement have. This policy has allowed an almost zero percent need with the community. We have set the bar high for marketing efforts by a city parks’ to discipline staff for issues that may escalate to a point that department and continue to provide a high level of service to the citizens of Cincinnati. may require outside mediation.

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Parks Academy

In FY16, Parks Academy held 80 classes, which amounts to a total of 130.5 hours in the following five categories: Equipment, Management/Supervisor, Safety, Computer Courses, $234,639 (does not include part-time employees trained). The short-term benefit of Parks Academy ensures we have qualified and productive employ- and General Training. The Park Board had a cost avoidance of approximately ees who will help us in exceeding Park Board goals; however, the long-term gain is what $235,000 by conducting in-house training, which would makes a difference and becomes successive as employees grow. Learning and upgrading Left: Hinkle Reservable Wedding location Center: Concours d’Elegance in Ault Park is a If the Park Board based its cost per hour training from the “2014 State of the Industry equate to over $2 million in savings in the last 10 years. employees’ skills makes good business sense. special use event that is a nationally recognized auto show Right: The Castellini Esplanade at Report”, Parks Academy estimated cost to train its full-time employees would have been Smale Riverfront Park setup prior to guests arriving for the ribbon cutting in July FINANCIAL SERVICES

Butterfly Show Prop Building Workshops: So THAT’S where those props come from! Krohn Conservatory’s Volunteers Cincinnati Parks’ all-funds budget in 2016 was $19.8 million. Of this total, 21% came from non-tax supported sources such › In 2016, the Park Board leveraged 76 cents in funds and services for every taxpayer dollar received! History of Parks as grants, donations, endowments, and sponsorships, as well as fees and permits. Exclusive of capital improvements, the basic return on every tax dollar: $.42 in 2003, $.46 in 2004, $.50 in 2005, $.51 in 2006, $.62 in 2007, $.66 in 2008, $.68 in 2009, park operation budget component of the above total was over $17.4 million. $.83 in 2010, $.74 in 2011, $.83 in 2012, $.83 in 2013, $.84 in 2014, and $.75 in 2015. The Krohn Conservatory’s annual Butterfly Show is known for representing a country The volunteers at the Irwin M. Krohn Conservatory serve or region from around the world in which we highlight butterflies, plant life and culture in many capacities by contributing their time, energy and Admissions, fees, rents, permits, and sales generated over $2.5 in revenue funds. Private endowments provided over › The Park Board is a leader in community volunteerism, thanks to the generosity of our citizens. In 2016, a total of 5,840 from that geographical area. Props are conceived from researching and making contacts talents that help fulfill the mission of our organization. Our $934,600 in funding. Of the $17.4 million all-funds operating budget, 18% came from non-tax resources. people volunteered 35,803 hours, which is equivalent to 17.2 additional full time employees for the year. with local groups to ensure the community is accurately represented. This year’s show, volunteers play an important role in creating links among ‘Butterflies of the Caribbean’, features display cases with art and artifacts from this schools, garden clubs, and the community. › Cincinnati Parks receives an estimated 6 million visits per year. Over 250,000 people visit the Krohn Conservatory each region, as well as a fun underwater theme spread throughout the six plant houses. year, which generates an economic impact of over $29.8 million to the Greater Cincinnati region. Krohn Conservatory currently has roughly 600 active, yearly The Krohn team begins conception of the Butterfly Show theme and design roughly one volunteers that contributed 7,989 hours in fiscal year 2016! year in advance. Weeks of collecting recycled materials take place. Our volunteers are comprised of Horticulture Helpers, Bonsai Masters, Krohn Crafters, Warder Nursery A team of seasoned prop building volunteers are contacted and thus begins the eight Assistants, Tour Guides, Holiday Show Ambassadors, and 2016 Park Board Operating Resources Budget - $17,445,540 2016 Park Board Operating Expenses Budget - $17,445,540 consecutive weekends of creative building and assembling. Workshops are held at the Butterfly Show volunteers. Collectively, they provide Cincinnati Parks Sinton Warehouse facility in Walnut Hills. assistance and inspiration to the staff and the community. 15% Restricted Funds 6% Administration Volunteers enjoy a friendly and creative environment with fun and unique projects. The highlight of Krohn Conservatory is the annual Inter- 3% Customer Service Community volunteers posses a wide range of skill sets from the average citizen to national Butterfly Show. Over 800 volunteers ecure doors trained student artists to former school teachers and retirees. These workshops have so we don’t have any escapees! They also provide assistance 4% Explore Nature! been held since 2008 and continue to grow and transform into large, organized building with special events, school groups, and the building of all of sessions. Many dedicated volunteers offer continued involvement in prop construction the props for the show. For the 2016 Butterfly Show, ‘But- 5% Endowment Funds 9% Krohn Conservatory and installation once the workshops have wrapped up. Following the early spring show, terflies of the Caribbean’, 1,016 shifts were covered and the staff and volunteers have two weeks to complete a total transformation of the conserva- volunteers accrued 4,494.75 hours! Without the help of these tory into a haven for free flying butterflies from around-the-world. volunteers, we would not be able to have a Butterfly Show. 2% Greenspace Program 11% Street Tree Assessment The creative and extraordinary props such as the “bottle fish” have become a welcomed surprise by visitors when they discover the materials used to forge our thrifty designs. The Krohn Conservatory Volunteer Hours at a Glance: 11% Street Tree Assessment “bottle fish” are simply made from recycled two-liter plastic bottles and have been reused Bonsai Masters 572 (back by popular demand) from the 2014 Butterflies of Costa Rica show. The majority of Butterfly Show 4,494* 2% Greenspace Program the props for the Butterfly Show are repurposed or recycled materials donated by Friends * Butterfly Show Prop Building Workshops 590 of Krohn, volunteers and Park Board staff. Holiday Show Ambassadors 865 5% Stormwater Fund 4% Facilities Horticulture Helpers 1,631 Supporting partner Reztark, a Cincinnati based design, architecture and planning firm Krohn Crafters 182 61% Grounds Management collaborated with the butterfly show design team to provide the stand out underwater Tour Guides 50 62% General & Infrastructure Funds ship prop for the 2016 show. Using minimal lumber and numerous repurposed pallet Warder Nursery Assistants 193 boards, the exit vestibule was brilliantly transformed into an underwater shipwreck, snorkeling equipment not needed! Left Page - Left: Bottle fish props for the butterfly show Below Right & Center: Volunteers Making community partnerships and volunteer opportunities open to all Cincinnati hand out candy & face paint as Krohn’s ‘A Very Green Halloween’, a non-scary nature- residents and visitors helps in creating a welcoming family friendly environment in one inspired costume and bewitching celebration; Top Middle: Krohn Conservatory’s Fall Show our city’s beloved heritage sites, Cincinnati Parks Krohn Conservatory. ‘A Bevy of Blossoms, Flock of Flowers.’ Below: Labyrinth at Smale Riverfront Park is a serene path to walk in peace and mediation along the riverfront. For the 2016 Butterfly Show, ‘Butterflies of the Caribbean’, our ‘Sinton Volunteers’ accrued a total of 590.25 hours! PARKS MAINTENANCE COST CENTERS PARKS MAINTENANCE COST CENTERS

PARKS MAINTENANCE CITY FUNDS PRIVATE FUNDS VOLUNTEER TOTAL % TOTAL 18 1 Alms $179,700 $3,012 $182,712 1.00% 34 10 2 Annwood $25,585 $25,585 0.14% PARKS MAINTENANCE CITY FUNDS PRIVATE FUNDS VOLUNTEER TOTAL % TOTAL 48 26 3 Ault $665,599 $5,700 $12,908 $684,207 3.73% 49 Smale Riverfront $1,783,582 $1,706 $1,785,288 9.73% 4 Avon Woods $49,826 $16,258 $66,084 0.36% 50 Stanbery $47,608 $2,151 $49,759 0.27% 5 Bellevue $54,870 $54,870 0.30% 51 Torrence $46,351 $2,565 $48,916 0.27% 6 Berry, Intern. Friendship $394,917 $394,917 2.15% 52 Valley $16,656 $16,656 0.09% 36 29 13 7 Bettman $517,611 $40,000 $2,075 $559,685 3.05% 53 Victory Parkway $95,435 $738 $96,173 0.52% 8 Burnet $239,088 $7,822 $246,910 1.35% 54 Washington $428,600 $428,600 2.34% 9 Buttercup $3,564 $3,564 0.02% 55 Waterfront $1,931,420 $17,979 $1,949,399 10.63% 09 10 Caldwell $39,098 $5,747 $44,845 0.24% 56 Wilson $23,842 $3,842 $27,684 0.15% 11 California $38,745 $5,547 $44,292 0.24% 57 Wulsin $18,044 $1,998 $20,041 0.11% 37 38 25 12 Central Parkway $124,626 $8,000 $132,626 0.72% Misc. Parks/Facilities/ 04 13 Drake $99,793 $922 $100,715 0.55% Programs $3,389,242 $439,110 $138,909 $3,967,261 21.63% 21 14 Eden $967,646 $950 $51,808 $1,020,404 5.56% 41 47 53 15 Fairview $48,967 $48,967 0.27% Urban Forestry $1,900,000 $1,900,000 10.36% 38 40 16 Fernbank Managed by Hamilton County Park District Greenspace $363,710 $58,232 $421,942 2.30% 27 17 Fleishmann $1,168 $122,500 $123,668 0.67% 31 22 17 18 French $202,288 $950 $2,720 $205,958 1.12% Totals $16,510,940 $934,600 $895,075 $18,340,615 100.00% 57 19 Glenway $37,385 $1,798 $39,183 0.21% 08 07 03 20 Hauck Gardens $31,020 $2,320 $33,340 0.18% 42 21 Hoffner $13,533 $13,533 0.07% 20 22 Hyde Park Square $31,669 $31,669 0.17% 12 51 23 Inwood $92,259 $92,259 0.50% “We Can”: Help All Kids Grow 52 05 02 24 Jackson Hill $15,832 $15,832 0.09% 15 23 25 Jergens $15,484 $15,484 0.08% Krohn Conservatory has had a long history of educating the public about plants both exotic and domestic dating back 24 01 to when the original greenhouses were built in Eden Park. As Krohn continues its tradition on conservation and 26 Kennedy $78,430 $2,951 $81,381 0.44% 45 19 28 education, a new partnership was created this past year to reach out and provide an educational opportunity for special 33 27 King, Martin Luther $27,643 $507 $28,151 0.15% 14 28 Krohn Conservatory $809,200 $253,775 $326,557 $1,389,532 7.58% needs students at Finneytown High School. The students participate in a “hands-on” experience of planting, growing 06 and decorating cans into planters, thus creating the “We Can” plants. This partnership began as a transition from school 29 Laboiteaux $12,390 $12,390 0.07% 44 to work experience. It has blossomed and grown into a friendship that believes-in, trusts, and accept everyone’s 54 50 30 Lytle $69,368 $17,100 $830 $87,298 0.48% 30 55 unique qualities. 43 31 Madison $20,779 $20,779 0.11% 32 Magrish $14,187 $14,187 0.08% 49 At Krohn’s Gift Shop, the “We Can” plants which are grown and maintained by the Finneytown students, will be 35 56 0D\ÀHOG      available for purchase at $10 per can. Proceeds will be used to subsidize the materials needed to continue the “We Can” 32 34 M cEvoy $37,654 $37,654 0.21% program in the future. 39 35 Miles Edwards $19,585 $19,585 0.11% As a continuation of providing educational opportunities, Krohn and Warder Nursery, the nursery which grows the 11 36 Montgomery $16,888 $16,888 0.09% plants for Parks’ exhibits and greenspaces, also created a work-study program in conjunction with Finneytown High 37 Morris $17,204 $17,204 0.09% School. This program offers several special needs students the opportunity to partake in weekly visits to Warder Nurs- 38 Mt. Airy $908,886 $5,700 $200,231 $1,114,816 6.08% ery (with a special education teacher from Finneytown High School) to help care for and learn about the plants. This 39 Mt. Echo $197,595 $18,332 $215,928 1.18% has proven to be an awesome experience for all involved. “We Can” make a difference! 40 Mt. Storm $46,877 $2,459 $49,336 0.27% 41 Oakley $43,044 $1,383 $44,427 0.24% Deer Culling 42 Owl’s Nest $35,326 $35,326 0.19% 43 Piatt $54,595 $38,250 $184 $93,029 0.51% R5 hfgkIhfgl ',%  ." m." - ( -/ -- /& )1 "/(.#(! - -)( ), *,%-8

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Master Gardeners OSU Extension

Nellie Leaman Notre Dame Have you heard of the Greenleaf Program? Taft Foundation Academy NHS This year marks the tenth year of the Cincinnati Park Board’s Mayor’s Greenleaf Summer community. Other youth will work at Krohn Conservatory, Explore Nature, the Youth Jobs Program. We have hired a total of 55 Cincinnati youth who will work eight Waterfront and our new Carol Ann’s Carousel. These sites will teach our youth weeks throughout our park system. Youth workers will spend their days helping to keep our why and how to provide excellent customer services to our citizens and guests. Reinado Del Kirk Rhein City parks clean, safe, reliable, green, beautiful, and enriching. The majority of our youth We are continuing with our Life-Skill component which will teach them finan- Festival Hispano Photography staff will plant, mulch, clean, paint, and pick-up litter while learning to take pride in their cial literacy, interview skills, leadership skills, the importance of goal setting, and a host of other topics to provide them with life coping skills and job readiness.

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