JOHNSTOWN, Pa. – The Westmont Hilltop Recreation Commission is searching for a firm with experience in developing outdoor recreation areas to design a master plan for The Ridge park.
The commission has a state grant to design a master plan for the 62.8-acre recreation park and picnic area in Upper Yoder Township and is set to widely advertise a request for proposal for companies to work with the commission on the plan.
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