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Chardon Today
By the People, for the People
Chardon Plans New Pocket Park with Room for Future Growth
City officials present update on proposed park to planning commission.
Published on Feb. 5, 2026
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Following several months of public input, Chardon City Manager Ben Young and Parks and Recreation Director Adam Rogers presented an informal update on the city's proposed pocket park to the Chardon Planning Commission on January 27. The new park is planned for the corner of Cherry Avenue and Water Street, on land donated to the city with some deed restrictions.
Why it matters
The new pocket park is part of Chardon's efforts to expand green spaces and recreational opportunities for residents. The city received the land through a donation, allowing them to develop the space without having to purchase property, though the deed restrictions will impact how the park can be designed and used.
The details
The city plans to build the new pocket park on a corner lot donated by a neighboring business. However, the land comes with some deed restrictions that will impact how the park can be developed. City officials are working to balance the needs and desires of the community with the limitations of the donated property.
- Chardon City Manager Ben Young and Parks and Recreation Director Adam Rogers presented an update on the proposed pocket park to the Chardon Planning Commission on January 27, 2026.
- The city has been gathering public input on the park project for several months prior to the planning commission presentation.
The players
Ben Young
Chardon City Manager overseeing the pocket park project.
Adam Rogers
Chardon Parks and Recreation Director involved in the pocket park planning.
What’s next
City officials will continue to gather public feedback and work within the deed restrictions to finalize the design and development plans for the new Chardon pocket park.
The takeaway
Chardon's new pocket park project demonstrates how cities can leverage donated land and community input to expand green spaces, even with some limitations on the property. The city is working to balance resident needs with the realities of the donated site.
