The Green Ribbon Coalition envisions an accessible, connected ribbon of neighborhood, community, and regional parks, trails, and nature preserves along the Lake Erie waterfront that inspires all stakeholders to protect, enjoy, and value this natural asset as an essential element of the region’s economic success, ecological health, civic vitality, and overall quality of life.
An alliance of thoughtful, innovative and responsible community voices, the Green Ribbon Coalition (GRC) is an advocate for public access and connections to Lake Erie, and balanced green-commercial development on the shore. Our mission is to champion and safeguard Lake Erie’s lakefront as a recreational and economic asset.
In achieving this mission, GRC seeks to: