Yes — we want to save Wallace Pond, too.
South Lewis County Park, known locally as Wallace Pond, is a place where families fish, picnic, and gather. It needs attention. Our nonprofit, GTHH, is leading a park-first campaign to secure the site through the county process and to complete essential repairs so the community can enjoy it safely now and in the future.
Plain and simple: this is about taking care of a public park for local families. No developers are involved.
What the park needs
- Restroom and shelter repairs (roofs, fixtures, easy access).
- Picnic areas refreshed (tables and small shelter roofs).
- Docks and ramps made safe (replace worn planks, fix floats).
- Pond health improved (aeration and natural algae control).
- Clear signs and a simple, community-led naming check.
Why this matters
- Local nonprofit led by community members.
- Park-first, phase-by-phase approach.
- No new taxes — funded by grants and donations.
- Transparent and accountable.
How this helps the community
Fixing what we already have keeps traditions alive — kids’ fishing, family picnics, and community events. It also shows that small, steady improvements can make a big difference, without moving the heart of Toledo away from its core.
Future ideas are kept separate. Right now, the focus is on the park — one careful step at a time.
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