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Improvement project to begin at George L. Fordyce Park Monday

n improvement project at George L. Fordyce Park in Beaver Township, formerly the Mill Creek Wildlife Sanctuary, is set to begin on Monday, December 22.

The project will consist of the construction of a new aggregate parking area, as well as improvements to the existing trail network and current parking area. The project is expected to be completed in 30 days.

The project’s goal is to enhance public access, improve safety and elevate visitors’ experiences.

During the construction period, all parking areas, the observation platform and access points will be closed and inaccessible to the public and permit holders.

Read the original article at WFMJ.

Mill Creek observation area to close for improvements

A park in Beaver Township will be closed for about a month for an improvement project.

The work at George L. Fordyce Park on W. Calla Road, formerly Mill Creek Wildlife Sanctuary, will begin Dec. 22 and last about 30 days.

A new parking area will be built in addition to improvements to the current parking area. Improvements will also be made to the existing trail network.

During construction, all parking areas, the observation platform, and access points will be closed and inaccessible to the public and permit holders.

Most of the money for the improvements is coming from the Ohio Public Works Commission and the Clean Ohio Conservation Fund.

Read the original article at WKBN.

Improvement Project Beginning at George L. Fordyce Park

An improvement project at George L. Fordyce Park, formerly Mill Creek Wildlife Sanctuary, located along W. Calla Road in Beaver Township, will begin on Monday, December 22, 2025. The project is designed to enhance public access, improve safety, and elevate the overall visitor experience.

Project work will include construction of a new aggregate parking area, as well as improvements to the existing trail network and current parking area. During construction all parking areas, the observation platform, and access points will be closed and inaccessible to the public and permit holders. The project is expected to be completed within approximately thirty (30) days.

This improvement project is funded at 75% through a successful Ohio Public Works Commission (OPWC) Clean Ohio Conservation Fund application.