Turnpike Unveils Spaces For Veterans

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission has unveiled dedicated parking spaces for military veterans at all 17 service plazas along its more than 565-mile system. This initiative, launched on the heels of Armed Forces Day, was a partnership with State Rep. Jennifer O’Mara, the Pennsylvania American Legion and American Legion Post 329 in Elizabethtown. The new parking designation provides two dedicated spots at each service plaza for customers who have served in the United States military. Veterans do not need a special placard or other designation to use these spaces. The partnership was initiated by Rep. O’Mara as a way to better honor veterans traveling through the Commonwealth.  PA Turnpike CEO Mark Compton stated that the commission is proud to recognize those who served the country.  “We are proud to recognize all those who served our country and these dedicated parking spaces serve as a small token of our appreciation,” Compton said. “This initiative furthers our commitment to honoring and creating meaningful opportunities for veterans within our community.”  The Pennsylvania American Legion is supporting the partnership by covering the costs of the new signage.