Who We Are

Cascade Locks Park Association’s mission is to preserve, protect and promote the industrial, commercial and cultural heritage of the Park along locks 10-16 of the Ohio & Erie Canal.

Cascade Locks Park is the southernmost segment of the Cascade Valley Metro Park in a once abandoned and abused urban landscape. The Park's main feature is the splashing waterway which channels the Ohio & Erie Canal through a series of "staircase locks." CLPA was a key player in the designation of the regional Ohio & Erie National Heritage Canalway. Cascade Locks Park serves to connect downtown Akron to a network of open spaces and trails. In order to realize its mission and to revitalize Akron, CLPA worked with local neighbors, nonprofit groups and businesses, partnered with the City of Akron, Summit Metro Parks, the University of Akron, and the National Park Service.

Our Board & Staff

Vish Bhatt - Board President

Tim Tober - Vice President

Jessica Tepus - Treasurer

Hillary Stewart - Secretary

Louis Berry - Trustee

Laura Billows Preston - Trustee

Phil January - Trustee

Lisa Mansfield - Trustee

Tim Miller - Trustee

Dan Sarvis - Trustee

Scott Stutler - Trustee

Scott Read - Executive Director

Katie Bear - Operations Manager

Doug Hausknecht - Emeritus