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Page 2 Grefenberg raised the issue of changing demographics and the need to consider them in the parks planning,. He suggested adding "that serve all age groups" to the end of Goal #2. He also proposed adding a new Policy 42.4 that would promote continued assessment of changing demographics to ensure that all components of the community are served. Pust suggested that these concerns might be better placed in Goal #1 since Goal #2 is focused on adding new facilities. Pust asked for clarification of Policy #3.2. What does it mean to make the entire park system accessible to people with disabilities? She agreed with the basic intent but make to be sure that policy is clear and will be applied. A general discussion about access and needs of disabled followed. Miller said that HKGi and staff will prepare alternative language for this policy. Doherty recommended moving Policy #4.1 to be under Goal #3. Members agreed with the change, but expressed concerns that this leaves Goal #4 without any supporting policies. Grefenberg discussed the importance of open space to the community and park system. He suggested that the Parks and. Recreation. Commission take a greater role in advocating for preservation and creation of open space. Johnson agreed with the issue, but stated that City has no control over open space on private property, Ihlan suggested adding "access to green and open space" to Goal #4. Bakeman said that Goal #5 should be rewritten to be discussion community engagement and citizen input. Pust suggested addressing changing demographics in Policy #5,2. Doherty asked about the potential of integrating Policy #5.2 and #5.3, Miller suggested that Goal #6 was also a place to address open space. Pust asked about the status of the plans listed in Policy #6.2. She suggested that the policy should generally reference use of all adopted natural resource management plans and not limit the policy to specific plans.. Ihlan asked for clarification of "reforestation" in Policy #6.3. Brokke told the Committee that the Parks Department is currently responsible for removal of diseased and hazardous trees in parks and boulevards. There is not a current program for reforestation. Grefenberg suggested that the focus be broadened to include pathways and streets, Miller responded that this issue was best addressed in the Transportation chapter. Grefenberg also raised the issue of non -natural resources (such as buildings and other structures) having importance for preservation purposes, Miller gave a brief overview of park classifications. No changes from current definitions were proposed. Shwiff raised issue of increasing demand for bicycling and jogging related to population changes. How does the plan anticipate these changes? Pust asked where the Oval fit in the park classification system. Johnson noted other non -field athletic facilities not shown in the draft chapter, Bakeman stated that. Lexington Avenue was designated as a special parkway with treatment of trails and streetscape. Where does this fit into the plan? Miller said that HKGi and staff will create better cross-references between Parks, Transportation and other related chapters of the Comprehensive Plan.