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Resident asks council about closed Ratner Street park; parks staff asked to follow up
Summary
A resident asked what the city plans for a park on Ratner Street that was torn down about 90 days earlier and whether crossing guards or other interim recreation options will be provided; Parks Director was present and staff were asked to follow up with the resident.
During the public-comment period, a resident from the 2500 block of Sixth Street asked the council what the city plans for a park on Ratner Street that was removed about 90 days earlier, and whether interim measures such as crossing guards or alternative play areas are being provided.
The resident said with school out, the nearest playground on Emerald Street is about a half-mile away and asked what the city had planned for Uptown children. President Hill directed the resident to Parks Director Ross, who was present and identified as the person to follow up. No formal response or timetable was provided at the meeting; the council adjourned after public comment.
Parks staff present during the meeting were asked to respond to the resident’s inquiry after the session.
