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grr South Everett Forest Preserve, Final Master Plan PARKS AND September, 2015 RECREATION Below are notes from the 4/7 public meeting. The portions that are underlined came from what was written on a flip-chart during the meeting presentation. The italic portions are summarized from notes taken during the meeting by Everett Parks staff: On April 7, 2015 a Cascade view/Twin Peaks Neighborhood meeting was held at the South Police Precinct to present an overview of the Bruskrud Road Draft Master Plan, stewardship opportunities and Park naming protocol. The meeting was attended by several Parks staff, the project consultants and several members of the Cascade view/Twin Peaks Neighborhood. Comments from residences and City staff include the following: • Compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) -How will the design comply with ADA requirements? • There was discussion about the planned ADA compliant gravel trail on the north side of the project • Bench locations— How many benches? • Benches with back rests will be helpful • Provide vandal resistant benches. • Trail access concerns—Access to the site will be from 109th with no formal connection to the Interurban Trail and possible construction of a fence and natural barriers to discourage access to the trail. • Neighborhood Awareness - The importance of the neighbors reporting illicit activities in the park was discussed. • Park ranger visitation—After the project is completed the property will become part of Ranger's scheduled patrol. • Park hours—What hours will the park be open? • Signage—Signage will be at the trailhead. Rules will include hours the park is open. • Garbage cans—Will there be garbage cans? Yes, how many and the locations are part of the planning process. • Will there be railings on planned boardwalk? — There may be railings depending on the height of the boardwalk. • Comment that the north portion of the Bruskrud property should be developed and not the southern parcel. The reply to the comment included a review of the requirements by federal, state and local agencies regarding the property conversion process. This process included the completion of National Environmental Policy Act(NEPA) Environmental Assessment and an agreement between federal and state agencies and the Everett Parks Department to construct a park that has passive elements. Failure to comply with this agreement could result in legal action against the City. Following the question and comment period the citizens were asked for ideas about naming the park. The following names were suggested: Bruskrud Park, Silver Lake Trail and South Everett Forest Preserve. Appendix A—Page 7