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Council members raise safety concerns after drag racing at Barrington Park; staff to follow up on summer program and park ambassadors

5404245 · July 16, 2025
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Council members reported drag racing and unauthorized use of Barrington Park at night and asked staff to ensure park lock-up procedures and the city's summer/youth program oversight are enforced; staff agreed to follow up with the deputy city manager and relevant staff.

During committee member comments on July 9, council members described recurring late-night drag racing in the Barrington Park parking lot and gaps in park lock-up and oversight. Councilmember Tara Graves said she observed drag racing around 11:30 p.m. and that attempts to cordon the lot failed.…

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