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Neighbors urge quick plan to preserve playgrounds on former Wasatch Elementary property; board to draft letter to Parks and BYU
Summary
Residents raised alarm that playground equipment on the former Wasatch Elementary site straddles city park and BYU property; the neighborhood board agreed to draft a letter and seek meetings with Parks staff and BYU to clarify plans and seek preservation or alternatives.
Neighborhood residents told the District 2 board they fear losing playgrounds that sit on the former Wasatch Elementary property after BYU acquired the land. Speakers said playground equipment is heavily used by children and community members and that the property line crosses the play area.
One resident urged fast action, saying the equipment is “heavily used… we’re gonna lose our only playgrounds for big kids shortly if we don’t have a plan.” The comment prompted board members to discuss next…
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