Water Quality
Central Ohio is known nationally for our beautiful, ecologically diverse rivers and streams. Aesthetically, ecologically and economically our streams offer countless opportunities for improving the community's health and enhancing our quality of life.
Greenways Plan
MORPC has been working to protect our water quality since 1997 with the creation of “Greenways: A Plan for Franklin County." The plan set out to protect water quality in the heart central Ohio, but today, the Center for Energy and Environment strives to achieve high water quality throughout the MORPC 12-county region and beyond.
Greenways Program
MORPC’s Greenways Program provides models, strategies and information that will empower citizens to participate in the environmental planning process and affect land use decisions in their community and watershed. People value what they appreciate and appreciate what they value. Greenways staff strive to increase residents and local officials’ understanding and knowledge of the relationship between environmentally sensitive planning, proper land use techniques and improved water quality.
• Simple Solutions to Protect our Waterways
• Find Out How to Keep Our Waters Clean
Greenways Trails
Trails, also known as bikepaths, multi-purpose or leisure paths, within greenways provide access to nature, provide for recreational opportunities and are sought out by many members of the central Ohio community .
To get more information about the wonderful Central Ohio Greenway trail system, please visit www.centralohiogreenways.com. You can view and/or print a map of the central Ohio trails system, and find out how to get to and from your destination.
Central Ohio Greenway & Trail Forums
By bringing together local and statewide representatives, the Central Ohio Greenways & Trail Forums address current and future initiatives. These regional 7 county forums are held quarterly. If you are interested in attending a greenways and trail forum, please contact Leslie Strader at 614-233-4124.
Riverfest- Volunteers Needed!!!
Celebrate the importance of our waterways, with boating, rock-climbing, recycled art, educational exhibits and live music. Join us Saturday, May 31 from Noon to 5 p.m. at Genoa Park, located behind COSI. All activities are free and open to the public. Visit www.columbusriverfest.org for more information or contact Leslie Strader at 614-233-4124 to volunteer.
Greenways Steering Committee
The Greenways Steering Committee provides leadership to MORPC staff and implements the Greenways Plan. The Steering Committee consists of representatives throughout Central Ohio (local government, nonprofit organizations and private interests) and meets at MORPC the first Friday of every other month at 10:30 a.m. Contact Leslie Strader at 614-233-4124 to join.
Committee Chair, John O’Meara, Director of Metro Parks
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