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Board hears phased plan for Valley Park streambank restoration; residents raise privacy concerns
Summary
Member Boor described a phased streambank-stabilization plan for the north portion of Valley Park near 9 Mile Cove. The board discussed grant opportunities and the need for a maintenance plan; residents expressed worry cleanup could increase foot traffic near backyards.
Member Boor presented a proposal to restore the eroded north portion of Valley Park near 9 Mile Cove, noting the area is overrun with buckthorn and that channel stabilization will be approached in phases. Boor said the board has "received one grant so far but have not accepted yet" and emphasized the need for a maintenance plan before accepting further funds.
Board members and staff discussed outreach and coordination, including potential franchise-fee and master-plan implications. Residents of 9 Mile Cove raised concerns that cleanup could bring more pedestrians closer to private backyards; the board noted these concerns and said additional community engagement and a maintenance plan would be needed before moving forward with work.
