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Board discusses planting a natural buffer and safety features at Evitts Run
Summary
Council-originated safety ideas for Evitts Run prompted the tree board to consider planting shrubs and adding benches/bike racks to create a natural buffer along Liberty Street; the board will obtain pricing and consider grant or budget options.
Board members discussed a city council request for safety improvements at Evitts Run, including a landscaped buffer, bench and bike rack on the pavilion side of Liberty Street to provide separation from traffic. Elizabeth Ricketts, identified as city staff managing Zoom, told the board there is money in the budget for safety features and suggested planting as a non-fence alternative that would also create room for trees or shrubs.
The Chair said she will pursue pricing and whether funding should come from the budget or grants; the Parks Board had expressed concern about fencing, so planting a natural buffer appeared to be the preferred option. The board agreed to coordinate pricing, possible grant funding, and planting plans to reduce speed- and visibility-related safety concerns along Liberty Street.
