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Land trust asks Mansfield to place conservation easement on John Todd Park ravine
Summary
A trustee for the North Central Ohio Land Conservancy urged council to accept a conservation easement to protect a 14‑acre ravine at John Todd Park, citing native plant diversity and an adjacent landowner's offer to donate access to Cleveland Avenue to improve park connectivity.
Eric Miller, a trustee with the North Central Ohio Land Conservancy, asked Mansfield City Council to execute a conservation easement protecting a roughly 14-acre ravine within John Todd Park. Miller said the ravine has the city's most diverse array of native spring ephemeral flowers and described a low-cost plan for invasive-species removal, debris cleanup and improved public access.
Miller said James Boyd, a nearby landowner, has offered to donate a 50-foot strip of land that would link the ravine to Cleveland Avenue and its sidewalk, enabling a safe pedestrian connection. He said some restoration work could be funded privately or through small fundraising efforts and highlighted recent city investments in park restrooms and a shelter.
Council members thanked Miller and noted the conservancy's offer to provide written materials and citizen support. No formal vote or legislation was taken during the delivery of the presentation; council members agreed to consider the proposal in committee and provide follow-up guidance on next steps.
