people from Erie County and even those who are vacationing in the area.” Fishing, in particular, has become a major draw for the city, thanks to Huron’s prime location along Lake Erie. Lasko points to a key addition near the stateowned boat launch south of the ConAgra property—a state-of-the-art fish cleaning station. “About two years ago, we partnered with Shores and Islands, Ohio, and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources to open one of only three facilities like it in the state,” he says. The $600,000 station has been a gamechanger for fishing tournaments and recreational anglers. “We’ve had rave reviews since it opened,” Lasko notes, adding that the facility strengthens Huron’s reputation as a premier destination for competitive and leisurely fishing. PRIORITIZING GROWTH WHILE PRESERVING WHAT MATTERS As Huron looks to the next 18 months, the city’s leadership is balancing progress with preserving the community’s core identity. For Lasko, housing remains a critical objective. “We need to look for 181 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 01 HURON, OH
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