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How a Land Development Fund is Ushering in a New Era for Cleveland
Imagine a cityscape transformed. Vacant lots teaming with possibility, replaced by thriving businesses and vibrant communities. This isn’t a scene from science fiction; it’s the vision
A Holiday Message
During this season of joy and reflection, I find myself thinking about a popular country song that encourages us to live each day like it’s our last. It’s a reminder to cherish every
Cultivating Life: Transforming Vacant Properties into Urban Gardens
Vacant properties, once eyesores and reminders of blight, are being transformed into vibrant oases of green, known as urban gardens. These community-driven initiatives beautify neighborhoods and
Wake Robin fermented foods paves economic development path for East Cleveland
CLEVELAND, Ohio ÐIsmail Samad’s career in the restaurant and food manufacturing industry has led him to start successful businesses in Vermont and Boston. Samad will be the first to tell you
Partner Spotlight: Riverstone Company
With any new home construction project, ensuring everything is done right from the start is essential. Hiring a land surveyor Ð a licensed professional specializing in measuring and mapping land Ð
Cuyahoga County Property Demolition Program Recap
Since the Cuyahoga County Property Demolition Program kicked off in the spring of 2015 to address the problem of blighted and abandoned properties, the Cuyahoga Land Bank has helped communities
Ricardo Len Named Notable Latino Leader
Cuyahoga Land Bank COO Ricardo Len recently was named to the Crain’s Cleveland Business class of Notable Latino Leaders. The list recognizes 45 notable leaders in Greater Cleveland who hold
New Director of Community Stabilization
We are pleased to announce that Adam Stalder has accepted the Director of Community Stabilization position and joined the Cuyahoga Land Bank team on July 3. Stalder has 13 years of community
Redeveloping Ohio Landfills
The Cuyahoga Land Bank and West Creek Conservancy recently developed “Redeveloping Ohio Landfills,” a guide intended to help communities and other stakeholders understand regulatory
Workshop Highlights Collaborative Efforts in Strategic Tax Foreclosure Work
The Cuyahoga Land Bank’s strategic tax foreclosure work battling abandoned and blighted properties requires careful interaction and cooperation between many Cuyahoga County agencies. The Land