Contact: Nancy Lindemeyer
Phone: 373-3642

 Festival Park Landscaping Improvements Begin March 16
Fifty-three new trees will replace those that are dead and dying

GREENSBORO, NC (March 11, 2009) – Beginning Monday, March 16, landscaping improvements will begin in Festival Park that will make the park a safer, more attractive destination. Trees that are dead or dying will be removed and 53 new trees will be planted. The new trees feature a mix of Hightower Oaks, Brandywine Maples and Lace Bark Elms. These tree types were specifically chosen for their compatibility with Greensboro’s soil and climate. The new trees will be strategically placed to allow for more open space in the park, cleaner lines, and more visual appeal.

The landscaping project is the result of a public-private partnership between the City of Greensboro, Action Greensboro, Downtown Greensboro Incorporated, Tommy Lineberry, and the Greensboro Merchant’s Association. Community meetings were held to incorporate public input into the design and layout of the tree plantings.

Festival Park is located in Council district 3, Council member Zack Matheny’s district. Matheny stated that, “I am proud to be part of working together with this group to improve Festival Park and the Price Bryan Performance Place Amphitheatre. This area is a wonderful asset for our city and serves as an entertainment venue for many types of events. I look forward to continuing to seek these types of opportunities for public private partnerships to further enhance Greensboro.”

Landscaping changes are expected to be complete by mid-April. For more information, contact Downtown Greensboro, Incorporated at 379-0060.

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