About Friends of Hudson Parks
Friends of Hudson Parks is a 501(c)(3) organization which actively supports the mission of the City of Hudson Parks (Hudson, Ohio) through volunteerism, advocacy, promotion and fund raising.
We are guided by our shared values: conservation, environmental sustainability, education, community engagement, recreation, health and wellness — to serve, preserve and enhance the Hudson community through a vibrant park system.
2023 Officers and Board Members
- President: Phil Mikita
- Vice-President: Ed Dell
- Treasurer: Rick Beam
- Secretary: Becky Mooney
- Ed Carroll
- Marcia Carsten
- Kate Chapel
- Stratford Dick
- Karen Heater
- Sue Ramlo
- Parks Liaison: John Spivak
- Park Board Liaison: Brett Shriver
- Board Member Emeritus: Rob Brooks
2023 Meeting Schedule
Currently, the Friends of Hudson Parks board meets the third Wednesday of every month from 6:30 until 8pm in the Hudson Library, Laurel Lake Room. Please join us! We discuss program feedback, future ideas, park initiatives and other related topics. For more information, contact: beckymooney@friendsofhudsonparks.org
The Hudson Library and Historical Society is located at 96 Library Street in Hudson, OH. Click here for its location in Google Maps.
- Wed., June 21 – Board Meeting, Board Meeting, Hudson Library, Laurel Lake Rm, 6:30-8 p.m.
- Wed., July 19 – Park Ambassadors, 6:30 p.m. and Board Meeting, 7 p.m.– Hudson Library, Laurel Lake Room
- Wed., August 16 – Board Meeting, Hudson Library, Laurel Lake Rm, 6:30-8 p.m.
- Wed., Sept 20 – Board Meeting, Hudson Library, Laurel Lake Rm, 6:30-8 p.m.
- Wed., October 18 – Park Ambassadors, 6:30 p.m. and Board Meeting, 7:00 p.m.– Hudson Library – Laurel Lake Room
- Wed., November 15 – Board Meeting, Hudson Library, Laurel Lake Rm, 6:30-8 p.m.
- Wed., December 20 – Board Meeting, Hudson Library, Laurel Lake Rm, 6:30-8 p.m.
Sponsors

None of our events would be possible without the generous support of our 2022 Best Friend sponsor Western Reserve Racing.
About Western Reserve Racing
Western Reserve Racing was founded in 2012 by three veteran runners and race directors. Over the years, Jim, Joe, and Vince built solid foundations and positive reputations with the efforts of their individual races as well as Crooked River Trail Runners. By joining forces and pooling their resources, Western Reserve Racing became one of the leading regional race management companies in Ohio.