Through public records requests, we obtained project plans affecting the historic Shaker Lakes Parklands that were not previously shared with the community. These plans propose large-scale alterations inconsistent with historic preservation, transparency, and public stewardship.

NOTE: Please DO NOT GIVE MONEY.  It is confusing but this does NOT go to the Conservancy. 

We call for an immediate PAUSE of the Shaker Lakes Parklands Project, including:

• Removal of more than 1,000 trees and substantial wetland loss

• Armoring of the Lower Lake shoreline with approximately 100 tons of riprap

• Any action that would irreversibly alter or damage the historic lakes, watercourses, or cultural landscape

This PAUSE must remain in effect until:

• The full Section 106 review of the historic cultural landscape is completed, as required by law

• Public input is formally received, documented, and meaningfully addressed

• An independent evaluation is performed regarding the Upper Lake, including the extent of damage and feasibility of restoration, following actions taken prior to completion of required permitting and approvals

• All affected parties are included as signatories to any agreement determining the future of the historic lakes and surrounding cultural landscape

Who we are: The Shaker Lakes Conservancy https://shakerlakesconservancy.org/home is a concerned group of stakeholders from neighborhoods in Cuyahoga County and throughout the region.   We support these essays.  Here is the newest:

So, about those thousand (mostly native and healthy) trees at Horseshoe Lake.... https://shakerlakes.blogspot.com/2026/03/so-about-those-thousand-mostly-native.html?spref=fb&m=1