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MEDIA CONTACT: Robert Kraus (585) 275-4124
April 17, 2002
University Plans Improvements to Riverside Park
The University of Rochester plans to substantially enhance the Bausch & Lomb Riverside Park during the summer of 2002. These changes will improve park aesthetics, amenities, traffic flow, and safety.
The improvements include:
Clearing brush for better views of the Genesee River Installation of picnic tables and benches Improving the park atmosphere by putting in a tree-lined median on Wilson Boulevard from Intercampus Drive south to Library Road Linking the north and south ends of Wilson Boulevard with a narrow park road for improved traffic flow Improving park entrance signage, and adding signage on historical and botanical features of the park Enhancing the landing at the east end of the pedestrian bridge Creating curb bump-outs and pedestrian crosswalks to slow traffic for safety's sake Converting perpendicular to parallel parking Installing additional lighting Building new walkways Improving the information booth's appearance
The Bausch & Lomb Riverside Park, named to recognize a substantial gift from the Bausch & Lomb Company for the project, was created about a decade ago. The park is now owned by the city, but maintained by the University.
About the University of Rochester
The University of Rochester (www.rochester.edu) is one of the nation's leading private universities. Located in Rochester, N.Y., the University gives students exceptional opportunities for interdisciplinary study and close collaboration with faculty through its unique cluster-based curriculum. Its College of Arts, Sciences, and Engineering is complemented by the Eastman School of Music, Simon School of Business, Warner School of Education, Laboratory for Laser Energetics, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, and the Memorial Art Gallery.
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