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Committee proposes Nature Park upgrades and volunteers to maintain plantings; dog-park idea raised
Summary
The committee recommended making Nature Park a ‘showplace’ with seasonal plantings, trees, an entrance sculpture and painting a crosswalk (pending DOT approval); members proposed recruiting volunteers for upkeep and discussed a possible dog-park area in Constitution Park.
Minutes from the May 27 meeting show the committee discussed multiple enhancements to Nature Park, including adding colorful seasonal flowers, more trees, and a nature-themed sculpture at the entrance to improve visibility and character. The committee emphasized seasonal plantings to complement existing 'forever' plants and proposed painting the crosswalk (subject to DOT approval) to increase pedestrian prominence.
Because town staffing is limited, members suggested recruiting volunteers for weeding and cleanup rather than relying solely on municipal crews. The minutes also record that committee members discussed the feasibility of a dog-park area in Constitution Park, but no decision, location, cost or timeline was recorded.
