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Nunley Park cleared of trees; city outlines redesign, safety fixes and public process
Summary
City staff described a plan to rebuild Nunley Park after an unannounced tree removal drew public attention. Staff cited safety, aging play equipment and electrical and sight-line concerns with an on-site caboose and said design work and public outreach will follow; no final construction will begin before July 4.
City of Wasilla staff told the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission on March 12 that they cleared a significant stand of trees at Nunley Park at mayoral direction and that the city will now pursue a public redesign to address safety and accessibility.
Scott Powell, Recreational Services Director, and Parks and Property Supervisor Jess said the tree removal was timed in winter to reduce impact but that the work drew community concern because neighbors were not notified in advance. Staff said trees included specimens that were failing and that trenching to add electrical service for holiday lighting and proposed lighting features would…
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