Philly: Dozens of City and community-based organizations joined Mayor Nutter to celebrate the merger of the Department of Parks and Recreation

June 24, 2010

Philadelphia, June 24 2010—Today Mayor Michael A. Nutter and Parks and Recreation Commissioner Michael DiBerardinis, celebrated the merger of the Parks and Recreation Department at the Green Ribbon Event. The event highlighted innovative and collaborative projects occurring in the Fishtown community. These projects increase access and connectivity to green space, expand recreational opportunities and enhance the quality of life for community residents.

The celebration took place at the Shissler Recreation Center in Fishtown, a facility that