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Hempfield Park

Hempfield Park is a community-level park and recreation complex in the northern portion of Hempfield Township, Westmoreland County, PA. The park is located about four miles north of the city of Greensburg, PA, off of Business Route 66.

Hempfield Park
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TypeCommunity-level
Location220 Forbes Trail Rd, Greensburg, PA 15601
Nearest cityGreensburg, Pennsylvania
Coordinates40°21′N 79°34′W / 40.35°N 79.56°W / 40.35; -79.56
Area93 acres (38 ha)
Owned byHempfield Township
Operated byHempfield Parks & Recreation
OpenMonday-Saturday; dawn to dusk
StatusOpen all year
ParkingFree; parking lot
WebsiteHempfield Parks & Athletic Complex

Facilities

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Hempfield Park incorporates the following facilities:[1][2]

Athletic complex

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Located on park property, the Hempfield Township Athletic Complex (HTAC) offers indoor recreation year-round with the following facilities:[3]

  • Multipurpose courts
  • Fitness track
  • Concession stand

Membership is required to use the HTAC facilities. Residents of Hempfield Township can receive free membership, while non-residents can pay a fee.[3]

Renovations

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Renovations have been ongoing to improve Hempfield Park's facilities. Since 2017, a new amphitheater and baseball field were constructed and the pavilions and restrooms were rehabilitated.[4] In 2022, a new inclusive playground opened.[5] In 2023, Hempfield Township unveiled a new comprehensive plan focused on enhancing the park environment, expanding recreation opportunities, improving operations, and increasing accessibility.[6][7]

Park governance

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A seven-member Parks and Recreation Commission governs administration and improvement at the park[8] with each member serving a 5-year term on the commission. The Hempfield Township Board of Supervisors appoints the commission's members. The commission meets monthly at the Hempfield Township Municipal Building.

Hempfield Park is also supported by Friends of Hempfield Parks, a community organization established to fundraise for the parks in Hempfield Township.[9][10][11]

Recreation program

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Hempfield Park is a hub for the township's recreation program.[12]

References

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  1. ^ "Hempfield Athletic Complex | Hempfield Township, Westmoreland County PA". www.hempfieldtwp.com. Archived from the original on 2013-01-18.
  2. ^ "Parks & Trails | Hempfield Township, PA". www.hempfieldtwp.com. Archived from the original on August 28, 2024. Retrieved 2024-08-28.
  3. ^ a b "Hempfield Township Athletic Complex (HTAC) | Hempfield Township, PA". www.hempfieldtwp.com. Archived from the original on August 28, 2024. Retrieved 2024-08-28.
  4. ^ "Hempfield Park Rehabilitation | Hempfield Township, PA". www.hempfieldtwp.com. Archived from the original on August 28, 2024. Retrieved 2024-08-28.
  5. ^ Tomasic, Megan (2022-06-02). "Inclusive playground at Hempfield Park to open this weekend". TribLIVE.com. Archived from the original on August 28, 2024. Retrieved 2024-08-28.
  6. ^ "Hempfield Township Parks Master Site Plan". Hempfield Township. October 23, 2023. Retrieved August 28, 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  7. ^ "Hempfield Park Master Plan | Hempfield Township, PA". www.hempfieldtwp.com. Archived from the original on August 28, 2024. Retrieved 2024-08-28.
  8. ^ Hempfield Twp. Government Page
  9. ^ "Friends of Hempfield Parks | Hempfield Township, PA". www.hempfieldtwp.com. Archived from the original on August 28, 2024. Retrieved 2024-08-28.
  10. ^ Tomasic, Megan (2020-01-23). "Hempfield looking to fundraising organization to help with park projects". TribLIVE.com. Archived from the original on August 28, 2024. Retrieved 2024-08-28.
  11. ^ Tomasic, Megan (2020-07-28). "Hempfield moves forward with creation of 2 nonprofit organizations". TribLIVE.com. Archived from the original on August 28, 2024. Retrieved 2024-08-28.
  12. ^ Hempfield Recreation Program Page

40°21′00″N 79°33′28″W / 40.35002°N 79.55770°W / 40.35002; -79.55770

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