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Town of Leesburg
News Release
For Immediate Release
Public Input Meeting for Parks & Recreation Service and
Needs Analysis To Be Held On May 18, 2011
Leesburg, VA (May 3, 2011) – The Town of Leesburg is conducting a Parks and Recreation
Service and Needs Analysis and would like to hear from all community residents, business
owners, sports groups, and any other interested parties. The Parks & Recreation Department
will be hosting a public meeting on Wednesday, May 18, 2011, from 7:00 – 9:00 pm at the Ida
Lee Park Recreation Center (60 Ida Lee Drive NW). Everyone is welcome and encouraged to
attend.
The goal of this analysis is to evaluate current service levels and future needs for parks and
recreation programs, facilities and amenities provided by the Leesburg Parks& Recreation
Department. The final report will provide summary findings from all of the public engagement
methods (focus groups, public meeting, and surveys) that can be used to inform decision
making by the Town Council and department staff.
The Town has hired a nationally-known parks and recreation management consulting firm,
GreenPlay, LLC, to oversee the Parks and Recreation Service and Needs Analysis process. For
more information, please visit http://balancedcommunity.com/leesburg.
Contact:
Deanne Iverson
Recreation Projects Coordinator
diverson@leesburgva.gov
703-737-7145
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