Parks and Recreation - Worthington, Ohio

Worthington City Council unanimously approved replacing the 28 aging benches on the Village Green, and agreed to revisit, at a later date, whether residents could sponsor them.

Council unanimously approved the final design for the Wilson Hill Park playground replacement. The new $350,000 playground includes inclusivity features driven by community feedback, monkey bars added late in the process, and a hammock-swing conversion of the existing swing set planned for older kids.

Worthington City Council approves lease agreement for the new outdoor pool facility, with Swim Inc. to continue operations under a three-tiered rate structure

Worthington moves forward with full pool construction including splash pad, second water slide, and other amenities

Proposed operating arrangement maintains nonprofit management while establishing city oversight and protections

The newly formed nonprofit foundation begins fundraising efforts to enhance city parks programs and facilities, with focus on scholarships and capital improvements.