Immediate Release

Contact:  Regina Venettozzi

April 24, 2000 NEW Neighborhoods Project Coordinator
(315) 798-5710

Village of Prospect
Union Park Reinvestment Project
Contact Person: Donald Bishop, Mayor – Village of Prospect, 896-2102
                            David Hoke, Commissioner, Prospect Neighborhood
                            Beautification Committee, 896-6389

Award Amount: $20,000

Project Description:

The Village of Prospect and the Prospect Neighborhood Beautification Committee will utilize funding to complete the Union Park project. The park features will include:

  • Viewing platform for falls/basin scenic overlook
  • Protected display kiosks on viewing platform that feature historic village photographs
  • Adirondack style timber archway leading to the viewing platform
  • Centered focal point to include a summer water fountain and neighborhood Christmas tree placed in winter months
  • Bronze or engraved granite stone at park center that identifies the historic site
  • Paver stone entrance way and sidewalk leading to fountain and viewing platform
  • Limestone columns anchoring the park entrance
  • Tall bird houses similar to those in historic photos
  • Limestone hitching posts connected with chain to line perimeter of park
  • A combination of conifers, broad leaf, annuals, and perennial plants and flowers
  • Seating alcoves
  • Cast iron style lighting posts
  • ADA handicapped accessible