Here's some important news for park users... There's a hearing tomorrow concerning a bill that would allow certain kinds of advertising in our parks. This text comes from a message that was forwarded to me; I've whittled it down for brevity. -Rudy City Council Hearing: Advertising in City Parks 1:30 pm, Wednesday, February 9 City Council Chambers (414 Grant Street, 5th Floor). Councilman Motznik has proposed a change to the Pittsburgh zoning code (Bill No. 386) that would allow advertising from sponsors to be posted in parks and recreation areas. Signs up to 4' x 8' would be permissible on buildings, structures, or fences. The proposal is intended to generate funds for the city. Due to an overwhelming amount of testimony against the ordinance, the Planning Commission voted unanimously in opposition to the proposal, even with changes that sought to improve it. The bill now moves to Council with its original wording - with minimal restrictions in place. The bill will require seven (out of nine) Council votes to pass (a super-majority of Council is needed to override this recommendation from the Planning Commission). " To register to testify, call the City Clerk's office at 412-255-2138 no later than Tuesday, February 8th. You may also voice your opposition by contacting your at the City Council website: <http://www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/council/>