Wilkes-Barre VA’s New Parking Garage Opened May 1. Grand Opening was held at 12 Noon, opposite the Main Entrance
PRESS RELEASE
May 1, 2024
Wilkes-Barre , PA — The Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Wilkes-Barre will held a Grand Opening of its new Parking Garage on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at 12 Noon.
What:
The three-level structure has three entrances and two exits and has a total of 322 parking spots (25 handicapped). All levels are accessible by elevator, with the bottom two levels being sheltered from the elements. The elevator to the top level will bring Veterans to the northern entrance of the medical center next to the pharmacy.
Who:
The parking garage is designated for Veteran patients only.
When:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at 12 Noon
Where:
Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center,1111 East End Blvd., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711. A Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will take place across from the medical center’s main entrance at the top-level entryway of the parking garage. A reception with light refreshments will follow in the medical center’s main lobby after the ceremony.
Background:
Plans have been in place for the better part of 10 years to alleviate occasional parking congestion at the medical center. Use of the Parking Garage will make it easier for Veteran patients to access the facility without climbing steps.
Expansion flexibility is one of the reasons why the Wilkes-Barre VA choose this particular parking garage design. Up to three additional floors could be added in the future.
John Baloga, Public Affairs Specialist/ Outreach Coordinator
570-824-3521, ext 24756