Mogadore is managed by the City of Akron. The YMCA did not renew it's lease. Akron does not have the $$$ to run the boathouse, campground, beach, etc., to pay for the high insurance costs to do such a thing. So, they decided to offer boat stakes for free and to waive the launch permits, making it a "use at own risk" venture. The gate is closed and locked because they're re-surfacing the road back there, from what I here. Seems progress is sloow as molasses running up hill. The boats are not going to be auctioned this year, but possibly next. I have several contacts with the City of Akron and they will let me know when the day is for auction. As far as development, I don't know. The City of Akron has water rights and some of the adjoining land. Other surrounding cities have other parts. If there is any development, I'd look at all the towns/townships that border the lake and their plans. I don't know if there are any land swaps or sales going on, but I doubt it. The lake is patrolled by rangers and watercraft officers. If anyone is out there and sees violations, they are asked to contact the Portage County Sheriff's office. The fishing is still great out there, so we all need to keep an eye on it and take care of the resource.
Just thought I'd try and clear up some stuff.
Carl