(June 6, 2008)
PITTSBURGH — Allegheny County Executive Dan Onorato will hold a town hall meeting from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 10, at the Round Hill Park Visitor Center located at 651 Round Hill Road in Elizabeth. The County Executive will discuss his County Parks Action Plan and ask for public input on future improvements to Round Hill Park.

“Our goal is to transform Allegheny County’s nine regional parks into one of the finest park systems in the country,” said Onorato. “Tuesday’s meeting is a great opportunity for residents to provide comments on our County parks and share their thoughts on programming, recreational and facility needs.”

Onorato unveiled an action plan last year to address 20 years of deferred maintenance and to transform and enhance recreational opportunities at the County’s nine regional parks. The plan includes the establishment of the Allegheny County Parks Foundation, an independent, non-profit organization that will raise private funds for park improvements.

“We have tremendous opportunity to raise private dollars and generate revenue from park assets to help with renovation of facilities and development of recreational programs,” added Onorato.

Onorato encourages residents who cannot attend Tuesday’s town hall meeting to review the County Parks Action Plan and take the online parks survey at www.alleghenycounty.us/parks.

The Round Hill Park town hall is the final meeting regarding Onorato’s Parks Action Plan.

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Allegheny County operates nine public parks that span more than 12,000 acres and offer a wide array of sporting, leisure, cultural and entertainment opportunities. The Allegheny County Parks system serves to enhance the quality of life and well-being of citizens of Allegheny County and Southwestern Pennsylvania. Various seasonal and year-round programs, activities and amenities provide residents with educational and recreational opportunities, while also contributing to the economic vitality of the region.

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