Park District to dedicate Shor shelters

UNION TWP. – They’ve been unofficially open – and receiving rave reviews from guests – for several weeks. Now the Clermont County Park District will make it official with a dedication ceremony for the completed renovations at Shor Park.

–        WHO: The Clermont County Park District

–        WHO ELSE – Mrs. Sylvia Shor, Board of Park Commissioners, Union Township Trustees, Clermont County Commissioners and other local officials

–        WHAT: Dedication ceremony for new shelters and playground at Shor Park

–        WHEN: 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 16, 2019

–        WHERE: Shor Park, 4569 Tealtown Road, Milford , Ohio 45150

–        WHAT ELSE: Free and open to the public

“We are pleased to officially open these facilities,” said Chris Clingman, Park District Director. “It’s a good feeling to see something go from an idea to a drawing, from a hole in the ground to a completed project.

“Based on the early usage, the improvements at Shor Park are going to be an extremely popular addition to the Park District and a wonderful asset to the residents of Union Township and Clermont County.”

Named in honor of her late husband S. David Shor, Sylvia Shor donated the 56-acre park to the Park District in 2003. The latest improvements resulted in two new picnic shelters, a permanent restroom facility and storage area for Park District equipment. Also part of the project, a wind turbine to help power the new facilities, as well as an inclusive playground designed for users of all abilities.

The Park District – in partnership with the Clermont Soil and Water Conservation District – recently received an Ohio 319 Grant from the Environmental Protection Agency and will be restoring streams on the property as well.