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Attachment 4 Rosebrook Park Neighborhood Meeting #1 December 13, 2023 Staff provided an overview of the process and that this meeting was occurring at the very front end, and no decisions had been made yet. o Noted that the desire from this meeting is to: Outline the preliminary idea, and Explain what staff thinks is the best path forward Receive feedback Identify any potential pitfalls, or “absolutely nots,” and have enough of a conversation where staff can develop a general direction. A community member asked about cost. Staff answered that it appears a splash pad would be about the same to install, and a little less expensive to operate, however, as a starting point we are assuming “all things equal in construction and operation”. Many neighbors recommended increasing trail lighting, specifically on the east side of the park where it is very dark (along Snelling). They stated that this is heavily used not just by residents, connecting in and out of the neighborhood, but also people walking from the nearest transit (Rosedale) to other areas north of the park. Some felt that the South Side is sufficiently lit with street lights. Residents supported the idea of additional parking where the pool is. One resident mentioned concern that the neighbors from the new development would fill the parking lot. Parking is an issue in the neighborhood. They asked staff to explore expanding the North parking lot to the east. Several mentioned that there is a group of volleyball players who play grass volleyball in the park. Specifically, they use the area east of the tennis courts but at times have moved onto the field. Many residents encouraged staff to make sure that they are accounted for, as removal of their space might lead to use of the soccer field which will create problems with wear and tear on the fields. One resident mentioned sand volleyball courts, like Central Park, but other residents said that the group prefers grass (this is staff’s understanding as well). Residents understood and seemed generally agreeable to the installation of a splash pad instead of the pool. Some were excited. Some said that they would be sad to see the pool go, but admit that is “based on nostalgia.” One resident recommended that the City explore a zero-depth entry wading pool with splash elements (said they exist at Logan Park and Minnehaha Falls). One resident talked about the importance of shade for the parents. Several felt strongly that seating/benches are needed. One recommended benches that cannot be slept on. Qbhf!261!pg!354