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undeveloped condition at a location on the east side of Gilham Elementary School. Through a public planning process that drew heavily from families with children attending Gilham School, some school staff, and several immediate neighbors, a park development plan was created last summer that has enthusiastic support. The plan also covers additional School District 4J land which abuts the park." Note: At this time in 1997, no funding existed for the development of the park as shown on the 1996 Development Plan. Even though the passage of the Parks and Open Space bond measure in November of 1998 did not include funding earmarked to develop Gilham Park, the Park System Development Fund continued to grow during that period, and in 2000 funds were allocated towards the development of the park. H. Due to the elapsed time of approximately 4 years since the last public meeting, the next step was to reaffirm the direction given on the 1996' development plan by holding another public meeting. Public Review W orkshoo - July 26. 2000 at Gilham School The 1996 Schematic Development Plan was used to continue discussion with the public on how Gilham Park should be developed. There were 17 people in attendance, including 4J teacher Laurie McCaskill, and Mayor Torrey. Comments and Concerns from Workshop and Written Testimony: The use of natives was urged for the street tree planting. Also, using eco-Iawn was urged for the curb planting strip. The issue of how the maintenance would be handled for the 4J portion of the park was raised, plus the implied liability and use of the amphitheater, which was shown near the school building. The need for a restroom, its 10caton, screening, lockable doors, and proximity to other park uses was debated. Half of the people thought a restroom was necessary, especially for the elderly and young children, others were concerned about undesirable activities it might cause. The park should remain largely natural, friendly, open and free flowing. The playground should be mainly for 2-5 year olds. ~ Some of the existing school play equipment is old and there is no money for replacement. A bike rack is needed. The park entrance should be on the east side of the park. The park should have a natural resource zone...native plants, trees, flowers, roses. A discussion occurred over paving or not paving the paths and walks. There was an understanding of accessibility and maintenance needs, but still a desire for some natural walk ways. There was a general concensis that a basketball court should not be built at this park. Especially since basketball exists at Cal Young School. If exercise equipment is installed, do it at different locations in the park. In the playfield, plant trees as goal posts. Community plots for gardening. Gilham Park Admin Approval Page 4