Trying to remain positive about the skatepark

Dear Editor,

Foremost, we are not opposed to the skate park; it’s a wonderful gift and opportunity. We are concerned that it changes the traditional use and nature the park in our neighborhood. Since we moved to the Hillcrest Subdivision, the west grass area has been utilized as a play area for neighborhood kids for pickup ball games (kickball, baseball, football) and path to the walk bridge.

We’ve researched skate parks online and they can be a tremendous asset but most have had opportunity of long range planning and community involvement. When we contacted local officials with que...