Duquesne Light Company Commits $1 Million To Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy For Allegheny Commons Park

By Garrett Behanna, CBS Pittsburgh

March 14, 2023

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - Duquesne Light Company has given the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy a $1 million grant to begin the next phase of construction on the North Promenade in Allegheny Commons Park on Pittsburgh's North Side, it was announced Tuesday via a press release.

The next phase of construction will stretch from Federal Street toward the George Washington Monument and is set to begin this summer.

"Having spaces where community members can safely gather with family and friends is one of the many great amenities that Pittsburgh has to offer," said Christine Waller, vice president of communications and corporate responsibility at Duquesne Light. "Our vision of a clean energy future for all starts with making our region a cleaner, healthier and safer place to live, work and play. We're honored to continue partnering with Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy in enhancing one of Pittsburgh's most beloved parks and making it more accessible for all members of the community."

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