New Signs Go Up Along Cuyahoga River Trail

Crews from Kent’s Parks and Recreation Department began installing new interpretive signs along the Cuyahoga River trail this week. The 26”x 56” signs focus on the city’s history and natural resources.

“I’m hoping that a broad cross-section of the community will get a chance to see the signs,” said graphic designer and Kent resident Jim Tucker. Calling the signs “information-rich and accessible," Tucker said regardless of age or how well people know the city and its history, "there’s something for everyone.”

Kent Parks and Recreation Director John Idone said the installation project includes six new trailhead signs in addition to the 12 new interpretive signs. In spite of recent wet weather, Idone said he expects to see all of the signs in place by the end of the coming week.

Once they are installed, environmental education specialist Cathy Ricks will incorporate the signs in preschool and summer camp programs that she presents to hundreds of children each year.

Production of the signs was funded by a Community Development Block Grant, which was approved in 2006.

“It’s exciting to know that they’re going up after all this time,” Tucker said.