BALTIMORE, MD (July 1, 2013) – Public Works Director, Alfred
H. Foxx, today announced that the Baltimore City Department of Public Works
(DPW) will hold the first Liberty Reservoir Day on Saturday, July 27, 2013 from
9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Liberty Dam, Liberty Dam Rd., 21104. The event will
celebrate and educate attendees about Liberty Dam and Reservoir, one of
Baltimore's three raw drinking-water reservoirs. Live entertainment,
face-painting, emergency vehicle displays and food trucks will be on site.
Active and former military members with ID will receive discounts on food
purchases. Attendees will also receive American flags to celebrate both our
“liberty” and “Liberty”.
Attendees of all ages can visit the Dam’s observation deck
which will be open only for this special day. Learn about Baltimore's drinking
water system, resource issues and conservation efforts. Rescued native wildlife
will be on display along with experts who will tell you all about them.
The event will also recognize the people and, yes, animals,
who protect the reservoirs and reservoir visitors. Attendees will see
demonstrations from the Chesapeake Search Dogs, three fire companies and local
police officials.
“We are excited about highlighting Liberty Dam and Reservoir
which are important parts of our regional drinking-water system,” says DPW
Director Alfred H. Foxx. “This is a wonderful opportunity to learn while having
fun.”
Participating organizations include: Baltimore City
Department of Public Works, Gamber & Community Fire Company, Liberty Road
Volunteer Fire Company, Sykesville Freedom District Fire Department, Carroll
County Sheriff’s Office, Baltimore Environmental Police, Chesapeake Search
Dogs, Scales and Tales, Baltimore County Department of Environmental Protection
and Sustainability, and the Carroll County Department of Land Use, Planning and
Development.
The event and parking are free.
For more information about Liberty Reservoir Day call
410-545-6541.
