December 2, 2013 Stormwater Sub-Committee Meeting

Pioneer Park and Seminole property

Park Board position presented:  Pioneer Park's soccer field not to be used, the Seminole Avenue area to remain in consideration, following consideration of the use of the former Brown's Chicken property.

Golden Meadows and East End Parks

Park Board position presented:  An evaluation of the Elmhurst Hospital site needs to take place before any discussion as to the potential use of Golden Meadows or East End parks can commence.

York Commons Park

Park Board position presented:  Consideration needs to be given to using underground water storage in York Commons parking lot.  Cayuga Avenue resident concerns need to be addressed.  Is the use of Van Voorst a possible part of the solution? 

General concerns voiced by the Park Board

Safety

Loss of full future use of land for any other purpose or building

Usability, before and after storage

Neighborhood impacts

Would also like to see improved communications and committee minutes for these meetings.