We can bridge
the divide
Many Clevelanders have not experienced the shores—or sunsets—of our Great Lake. There’s no safe, universally accessible or convenient way to cross the railroad tracks, roads and other physical and social barriers that stand in the way.
Aside from the physical obstacles, racial and economic injustices exclude many of our residents from the lakefront—even if they live just blocks away.
With your input, we can change that.
Since 2022, the City of Cleveland and its partners have surveyed more than 5,000 people in order to develop a plan for redeveloping a lakefront area for all Clevelanders. The resulting North Coast Master Plan is the guiding vision for Cleveland’s lakefront transformation, laying the foundation for a more connected, inclusive and vibrant lakefront area. The plan encompasses a host of strategic initiatives aimed at improving access, boosting economic development and promoting environmental stewardship along the shores of Lake Erie.
The North Coast Connector is a proposed land bridge connecting the grassy lawns of Mall C and City Hall to the lakefront. It would span over the railroad tracks and the Shoreway to restore access and repair more than a century-old divide. It would open up new land for community gatherings and future economic development.
These initiatives are just two parts of one North Coast—one that ensures racial equity, economic opportunity and climate resiliency.
Your ideas will get everyone there.
Everyone can help create a shared blueprint that reflects the diverse needs and aspirations of our community. We want to hear from as many people as possible to ensure that the revitalized waterfront becomes a true source of pride and opportunity for all Clevelanders.
Sign up for our e-news here to keep up to date with latest public engagement opportunities and share your ideas for a redeveloped lakefront. Or, visit our Stories page to share what makes the lakefront special to you.
We asked members of the community what they want to see at the renewed downtown lakefront, and their answers continue to guide our plans. Hear their thoughts in this video.
Mayor Justin Bibb shares the vision for Cleveland’s North Coast in this TV20 excerpt from the North Coast Connector Town Hall meeting on November 3, 2022.
Mayor Justin Bibb and team provide a festive update at Cleveland’s North Coast Lakefront Future Forum on August 5, 2024. View the video here.
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Share your ideas for a bold new future for Cleveland’s lakefront.
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Your Story.
We continue to gather lakefront stories to explore the whole history of Cleveland’s lakefront. Click over to our Stories page to share your memories and learn from fellow Clevelanders about their relationships to Lake Erie.
