NEWS

MetroParks Bikeway Improvements Scheduled for November 7

Mill Creek MetroParks will be performing asphalt maintenance on a section of the MetroParks Bikeway on Friday, November 7, 2025. The maintenance work will take place between Herbert Road and Kirk Road to ensure a smooth and safe riding surface for all trail users.

During this time, the affected portion of the Bikeway will be temporarily closed for the duration of the project. The Kirk Road Trailhead will remain open for parking and continued access to other sections of the Bikeway.

This maintenance project is expected to be completed within one day, weather permitting. In the event of inclement weather, work will be rescheduled to the next suitable day.

Notice of MetroParks Citizens Advisory Committee Meetings

The Education Citizens Advisory Committee to the Board of Park Commissioners of Mill Creek MetroParks will meet on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 5:00 p.m., in the Education Building – Classroom A, at Ford Nature Center, 840 Old Furnace Road, in Youngstown.

The Recreation Citizens Advisory Committee to the Board of Park Commissioners of Mill Creek MetroParks will meet on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 5:30 p.m., at the Wick Recreation Center, located at the Wick Recreation Area, 1861 McCollum Road in Youngstown.

Temporary Mill Creek MetroParks Bikeway Closure in Canfield

A section of the Mill Creek MetroParks Bikeway between West Main Street (US 224) and Herbert Road in the City of Canfield is scheduled to be closed on Thursday, October 23, 2025. In addition, spur trails connecting Canfield High School and The Preserve to the Bikeway will be inaccessible throughout the project.

Closure of this bikeway section is due to additional soil sampling to be conducted by August Mack Environmental, Inc., at various locations within and adjacent to Mill Creek MetroParks’ property. The soil samples are a continuation of the required testing and remediation response to the Material Sciences Corporation chemical spill and subsequent soil contamination.

Closure is anticipated to begin by 8:30am and extend into late afternoon. The Bikeway will be reopened upon completion of the project. Inclement weather conditions may alter the project schedule or delay reopening of the Bikeway.