This Saturday marks the 50th anniversary of the 1969 Cuyahoga River fire, and the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District has played a big role in bringing the Cuyahoga River back to life. Jeannie Smith, Manager of Community and Media Relations at Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District along with Chris Ronayne, President of University Circle Inc and Chair of Canalway Partners joined the show to tell us more.
Below are questions Alexa and Michael asked Chris and Jeannie:
This Saturday marks the 50th anniversary of the 1969 Cuyahoga River fire (there were 13 fires on the river and 1969 was the final fire). Tell us why this anniversary is important.
What role has the Sewer District played in bringing the Cuyahoga River back to life?
What is going on this Saturday to mark the anniversary?
Tell us about the history and significance of the Towpath Trail.
Tell us about the significance of the pump station.
Are there any other events taking place this week and weekend?
Are you going to be bringing out your shovel this Saturday? Let us know through our social media, ‘Live on Lakeside’.
For More Information: NEORSD.org