FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
JANE CHRISTYSON - 216-635-3229 -or- 216-780-9592 -or-
BOB ROTATORI - 216-635-3263 -or-
216-339-1699
PRESS CONFERENCE/PHOTO OPPORTUNITY:
On Friday, May 4 at 2 p.m., Cleveland Metroparks
will celebrate the acquisition of Rivergate from the Cleveland
Rowing Foundation.
A brief press conference will be held with additional
information on the project, and there will be an opportunity for
attendees to ride in a dragon boat and see sculls, kayaks and
stand-up paddleboards.
Rivergate is a 2.8-acre parcel in the center of Cleveland's
Flats District on the east bank of the Cuyahoga River, and is part
of an 8-acre complex assembled by the City of Cleveland, Cleveland
Rowing Foundation and the Trust for Public Land.
�Cleveland Metroparks will manage and enhance Rivergate so
it will be accessible to the public and give visitors a chance to
connect with the Cuyahoga River,� said Brian Zimmerman, executive
director of Cleveland Metroparks. �Plans include a safe
launch area for people-powered watercraft, a waterfront promenade,
a concession area, restrooms and an outdoor classroom.�
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Cleveland Metroparks - part of your life,
naturally!
EDITOR'S NOTE: Rivergate is located at
1785 Merwin Avenue, off Columbus Road in Cleveland. Light
refreshments will be served
