Erie County’s Black Rock Canal Park is is being upgraded this spring, including improvements to parking areas as well as the installation of a river-themed, stone promenade along the water’s edge.
The installation of new landscaping and other thematic elements will also take place during the construction. 
 
“The continuing developments at Black Rock Canal Park will enhance visitors’ experiences and add to the aesthetics of the Park, as well as make it easier for boaters to access the launch and enjoy the Niagara River,” said Erie County Executive Mark C. Poloncarz in a press release.
“I want to thank the Parks Department, as well as the Department of Environment and Planning, for working with the Black Rock Canal Park Steering Committee to make this vision a reality and creating this beautiful spot on the water.”
The new stone promenade at the Park’s edge along the water will feature a large black rock as a tribute to the Black Rock area along with an iconic boat sculpture near the launch. 
 
Construction on the approximately $850,000 Phase II project began on Wednesday, April 15 and is expected to take approximately 16 weeks. 

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