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Resident urges village to plan a large signature park; board says visioning work is under consideration
Summary
A longtime resident urged Harrison to pursue a larger, multipurpose park to foster community identity; board members acknowledged the idea and said visioning and long-range planning are topics they are discussing but did not commit funds.
Dan Wallander, a resident, told the board he wants Harrison to pursue a larger signature park — not a small neighborhood playground — where year‑round events could draw residents together and build community identity.
Wallander said he has raised the idea previously and is seeking direction about whether the village would consider including a large park in its 10‑year plan. "I wanna build a community, not a suburb," he said, arguing that a distinct community identity would benefit Harrison as it grows.
Committee member (speaker 2) and other board members said visioning and the comprehensive plan have repeatedly identified a lack of a signature gathering place and that naming rights or legacy donations could be explored as long‑term funding options. They encouraged earlier public engagement in planning and suggested adding the idea to future visioning discussions.
No funding or specific site was adopted at the session; the board said such projects are multi‑year efforts that require public input, land availability and dedicated funding.
