The designer of the proposed Pitcher Park skating park in Dormont will present a revised park plan to borough council Sept. 23. Then, on Oct. 5, council is scheduled to decide if there even will be such a park.

John Buerkle, of Pashek Associates, will present the new plan. His original design placed the skate park near Memorial Drive in Dormont Park, close enough to some houses that several residents complained.

The construction of Pitcher Park, which remains a contentious issue in Dormont, is being spearheaded by former Dormont resident Mary Pitcher to honor her sons Vincent, 21, and Stephen Pitcher, 19. The men drowned last July on a camping trip last in the Allegheny National Forest. They were Keystone Oaks High School graduates who were extreme sports enthusiasts.

Mrs. Pitcher, Pitcher Park president, has entertained proposals that would retain the Dormont Park location but move the skate park farther from the affected residences.

Another suggestion would move the skate park out of Dormont Park to Kelton Field, leaving its construction under the jurisdiction of the Keystone Oaks school board.

Mrs. Pitcher said that Mr. Buerkle's new plan will not focus on a single location, but suggest several spots throughout town. Still she expects opposition will continue.

Those opposed worry that such a park will create noise and traffic. But, the park has supporters, too. Earlier this month Lauren Karabasz presented council with a petition in support.

The skate park would be paid for by fundraisers and grants; but the borough will pay for insurance.

The Sept. 23 meeting is at 7 p.m. in council chambers.