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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION November 21, 1983 Page 4 Ms. Wilbrandt-Koenig stated that the Fairgrounds is available, but when there are private picnics, etc., the public is denied access. Chairman Jamieson thanked the citizens for their input. Commissioner Getty said she supports a general plan and rezoning change for the west side of Peters Avenue. She felt that Peters Avenue is the worst possible place to put a park because that street is a thoroughfare. She didn't feel it would be suited for high density residential either because of the dangerous situation concerning traffic on the street. She had concerns with the possible liability to which the City would be subject. She felt with the close proximity to bars and fairgrounds, the neighborhood would just be asking for trouble. She felt a park might be appropriate more into the adjoining community. Commissioner Arrigoni lives on Blackbird across the street from a park. He expressed concern with a park being next to a busy street as is the case in his neighborhood. He stated that frequently people are driving 40mph next to the park in his neighborhood. Commissioner Doherty stated he was for changing the general plan on the west side of Peters but didn't want to overlook the wishes of his colleagues on the Park and Recreation Commission - if they think Peters Avenue is the best place for a park, the Planning Commission should listen to them. Traffic on Peters Avenue - He felt traffic is picking up every day and he has mixed emotions on this topic. He would like to support a park but does have serious concerns with regard to traffic. He has no particular concern otherwise regarding a park in a business area. He felt that with the Police Department so close, there shouldn't be a problem. Park and Recreation Commissioner Keegan felt it was important to have open spots where people could go at lunch time. If the community used it, other elements would probably not use it. He felt the Police Department was close enough to patrol the area. First Street parks have been cleaned up now and are pretty good. He said a Peters Avenue park would not just be a tot lot but would be an open space area for everyone to use. Park and Recreation Commissioner Lance Ruckteschler felt everyone was missing the point. He felt there was a need for a park for senior citizens in the area. They need a place to congregate. Open space is needed in the area. -4-