The Geauga Park District, among the Ohio Metroparks, manages a system of nature preserves scattered throughout Geauga County, Ohio. The network of 22 open parks, as well as preserves and future parks, encompass more than10,000 acres (40 km2) and includes 60+ miles of walking, bicycle and horse trails, picnic areas, a nature center and abundant fishing holes.
The park district is operated by a three-member Board of Park Commissioners, each appointed to three-year terms by the Geauga County Probate Judge.[1] According to Chapter 1545 of the O.R.C., the Board is empowered by state law to hire professionals to manage park property, acquire land, designate law enforcement officers, and levy taxes to fund its operations.[1] To sell or lease land, the Board must gain approval of the Probate Judge.[1] The Board must maintain accurate and permanent records of its proceedings and is subject to open records laws in Ohio.
- ^ a b c "Ohio Laws and Rules". Ohio Revised Code. State of Ohio. Retrieved 2011-09-09.