Clean Ohio Green Space Conservation Program FY 2026/Round 20 Applicant Workshop

The Cuyahoga County Planning Commission held a workshop on March 14, 2025, focused on the Clean Ohio Green Space Conservation Program for fiscal year 2026, Round 20. The meeting detailed the program's purpose, eligibility criteria, application process, and funding policies. Key procurement-related topics included the submission requirements for grant applications, such as appraisals, resolutions of support, and local match funding, with a minimum 25% local match required. The workshop emphasized the importance of timely and complete application submissions via the OPWC Works Wise portal by the June 20 deadline. Additionally, updates for 2026 included new environmental contamination assessment requirements and preventative conservation clauses. The meeting also outlined the evaluation process involving applicant interviews, site visits, and scoring to recommend projects for funding, with total project costs and grant amounts discussed. Resources and assistance for applicants were highlighted, and all materials were to be posted online for public access.