First-of-its-Kind Recreational Facility for Residents of Greene
County and Surrounding Communities
The Greene County Memorial Hospital Foundation (Foundation) and various
sponsors, including EQT Corporation, officially broke ground at a
ceremony April 13, 2016, on a new two-story, 60,000 square-foot
recreational complex, which will include an indoor soccer field,
basketball court, fitness center, track, and multi-purpose rooms.
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”With the turning of the first shovel of dirt, we’ve marked the start of
construction for a first-of-its kind recreational and social gathering
space for the entire Greene County community,” said Sheila Stewart,
President, Greene County Memorial Hospital Foundation. “This
state-of-the-art facility will be unlike anything Greene County has had
before – and it serves as a symbol of the area’s bright and healthy
future.”
The new recreation center will be situated on a 13.3-acre property at
EverGreene Technology Park near Greene County Airport, adjacent to the
Pennsylvania Army National Guard Readiness Center. The project will be
constructed by the Foundation with its own funds, in addition to
community and corporate sponsorships, including generous support from
EQT Corporation as the facility’s naming sponsor.
“This is the beginning of an exciting and substantial investment in the
wellbeing of Greene County residents and one that EQT is proud to
support,” said Steven T. Schlotterbeck, President, EQT Corporation.
“We’re standing in the heart of one of EQT’s most prolific and
successful operational areas. When EQT first learned about Greene County
Memorial Hospital Foundation’s plans for this complex, we knew we wanted
to be a part of it in a big way – because we wanted to be able to give
something back to the community that has welcomed us and grown with us
during the last several years. There’s no doubt that we are invested in
– and committed to – positively making a difference in this area and in
the lives of the people who live here.”
The EQT REC Center – with REC standing for Recreation, Education and
Community – will feature a 24,000-square foot soccer field with
artificial turf that also can accommodate other uses, a regulation
basketball court, locker rooms, a traverse climbing wall and several
community rooms for events, meetings, exercise classes or educational
classes. The second floor will have a suspended walking/jogging track
overlooking the soccer field, a supervised child care room where parents
can leave their children while using the facilities, conference room,
several game rooms, and a fitness center.
The EQT REC Center is expected to take nine months to complete.
About Greene County Memorial Hospital
Foundation:
Greene County Memorial Hospital Foundation was formed as the result of
the sale of Greene County Memorial Hospital in October, 2005. Its
mission is to provide the community compassionate and caring outreach
programs with an emphasis toward healthcare. Through programs, grants
and scholarships, GCMHF strives to improve the health and well-being of
Greene County residents. Since 2005, GCMHF has contributed more than
$1,500,000 back into the Greene County community.
About EQT Corporation:
EQT Corporation is an integrated energy company with emphasis on
Appalachian area natural gas production, gathering, and transmission.
With more than 125 years of experience, EQT continues to be a leader in
the use of advanced horizontal drilling technology – designed to
minimize the potential impact of drilling-related activities and reduce
the overall environmental footprint. Through safe and responsible
operations, the Company is committed to meeting the country’s growing
demand for clean-burning energy, while continuing to provide a rewarding
workplace and enrich the communities where its employees live and work.
EQT also owns a 90% limited partner interest in EQT GP Holdings, LP. EQT
GP Holdings, LP owns a 30% limited partner interest and 2% general
partner interest, including 100% of the incentive distribution rights,
in EQT Midstream Partners, LP. Visit EQT Corporation at www.EQT.com.
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