The Grover Cleveland Park Conservancy was formed in 2001 with the goal to help the Essex County Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs maintain, restore and enhance this beautiful park nestled on the border of Essex Fells and Caldwell. The Conservancy serves as the park’s advocate; members stroll through the park daily keeping the Park System apprised of maintenance and safety needs.

The Conservancy fundraises to augment the county’s budget so that needed improvements can be made in a timely fashion.

The partnership between the Conservancy and Essex County Park System is supported and encouraged by Essex County Executive, Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr., the Board of Chosen Freeholders and the Essex County Park System. The Conservancy and county work well together identifying and addressing safety, maintenance and enhancement concerns.

Mission Statement

Dedicated to the maintenance, restoration and enhancement of the Grover Cleveland Park.

President, Caroline Mescia '11*
V. Pres., Claudia Kolster '10
Treasurer, Loren Betros '12
Secretary, Lisa Garrity '10

Kathleen Carrara '12
Paul Boeckel '10
Warren Marchioni '11
Barbara Pucciarello '11
Susan Zayas '12

*year term expires

The term for trustee is 3 years. Three positions are available annually at the Annual Meeting on the third Thursday of February. Nominations for trustee are welcomed and accepted up to the date of the Annual Meeting.

Advisory Board

Wendy Callaghan

Roxanne Knott-Kuczborski

Patty McGrogan-Fost

Sharon Morrissey

Suzy von Lengerke

The Advisory Board meets twice a year to help identify priorities, projects and future Trustees and volunteers. Please contact GCPC if you are interested in serving on this board

Memberships

National Association of Olmsted Parks www.olmsted.org

Center for Non-Profit Corporations www.njnonprofits.org

North Essex Chamber of Commerce www.northessexchamber.com