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Parma Heights announces Earth Day, pool opening and recreational registrations
Summary
Recreation Director Sedlak told council that Earth Day (April 25) and a Mother's Day luncheon (May 9) are scheduled, the playground at Cassidy is expected to reopen the first week of May, and the pool will open June 13; youth sports registrations are strong (T‑ball 105, baseball 116).
Recreation Director Sedlak updated Parma Heights City Council on upcoming community events and seasonal programming, saying the city’s spring and summer schedule is on track.
Sedlak confirmed Earth Day is planned for April 25 at the Cassidy parking lot (moved because of playground construction) and a Mother’s Day luncheon will be held May 9 from 1–3 p.m. He reported that playground work is ahead of schedule, mulch installation is imminent and the park should reopen the first week of May. The outdoor pool is scheduled to open June 13.
Sedlak also provided registration figures for youth sports: 105 boys registered for T‑ball and 116 boys for baseball; flag football and soccer programming have begun. He told council that staffing for the pool is at target capacity, though interviews for backup staff will continue.
Why it matters: strong enrollment and a planned early reopening of the playground suggest robust community participation in recreation programs; the recreation department will finalize online calendar listings at council request.
Councilwoman Maruschak asked that Earth Day be posted on the city’s main calendar; Sedlak said he would ensure the event is listed. The meeting record shows the city plans Memorial Day activities and ongoing pool staffing efforts.
Next steps: Recreation staff will post the Earth Day event on the main calendar, continue to finalize pool staffing and publish program schedules.