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Your Feedback is Needed on MetroParks' Draft Strategic Plan

Jun 25, 2026, 08:40 AM by Katie Ely-Wood

As part of the strategic planning process, MetroParks of Butler County gathered input to better understand community priorities and opportunities for the park system's future. Using feedback gathered through a statistically valid community survey, public engagement opportunities, stakeholder interviews, and other outreach efforts in 2025, we developed this draft Strategic Plan to help guide the future of MetroParks.

We need your help! MetroParks’ draft strategic plan is taking shape, and your feedback will help us form the final plan. Take the short survey below to help guide our priorities in the years ahead.   

MetroParks of Butler County Strategic Plan Draft

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  • July 3rd Closures

    Jul 2, 2026, 00:00 AM

    MetroParks' offices and the Voice of America MetroPark Welcome Center will be closed Friday, July 3rd, for Independence Day.

  • Sycamore Grove Trail

    Apr 24, 2026, 09:57 AM

    The Sycamore Grove Trail at Governor Bebb MetroParks has reopened to the public. The trail is non-ADA accessible until gravel replacement work can be completed.

  • MetroParks Cashless Beginning 1/1/26

    Nov 26, 2025, 10:44 AM

    MetroParks is keeping it cashless beginning 1/1/26. Credit and debit cards are welcome at MetroParks' Administrative Office and Voice of America MetroPark Welcome Center. Cash will still be accepted for on-site program registration.

  • Tylersville Trail Closures 2025-2026

    Aug 29, 2025, 15:18 PM

    Voice of America MetroParks' Tylersville Trail will be closed west of Field 20 to Crosley to facilitate USS Cincinnati construction.

  • Sebald MetroPark Closures

    May 12, 2025, 09:52 AM

    The Ridge Trail at Sebald MetroParks is closed due to trail rerouting work.

  • Voice of America MetroPark Cross Country Trail Closures

    Nov 12, 2024, 11:08 AM

    Portions of the Voice of America MetroPark Cross Country Trails will be closed for trail rerouting work. Trail closures will be marked with signs and barricades.