Saint Francis University, Cambria County
The park is a multi-use community facility that promotes health and fitness while celebrating the historical, religious, and cultural heritage of Loretto. The site is also used by Saint Francis University for environmental education, wellness education, and stewardship training.
The park is handicapped accessible and includes picnic tables, grills, benches, bike racks, restrooms, walking paths, fitness stations, and playground equipment. Additionally, interpretive signs are stationed throughout the park with local historical information. Signage, detailing the local environment habitat, is complemented by an outdoor classroom, rain gardens, and native plantings.
To ensure expansion, our team designed the Park Master Plan, which allows for future wetland boardwalks and hiking trails that connect to the Saint Francis University campus.
Project Uniqueness/Challenges:
Keller Engineers has been the partnering Engineer firm for Bedford Joint Municipal Authority since 2009. Keller Engineers were a key component in every area from design to construction for the first phase of Shuster Way Heritage trail that was completed in 2015. Our partnership with Keller Engineers continued as we designed and completed the 2nd phase of the Shuster Way Heritage Trail in September of 2023. The staff are professional, passionate, and dedicated to a project from the beginning to completion. On behalf of Bedford Joint Municipal Authority, I would highly recommend Keller Engineers, Inc. Brian Sell, Chairman Bedford Joint Municipal Authority