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-2— July 1, 2003 <br /> Following April's meeting, staff agreed to further address concerns by working in <br /> partnership with SEN volunteers to improve the alternate route. Subsequently, a <br /> proposal was developed by SEN leadership to realign the Canyon Drive connection <br /> in a way they felt to be more acceptable to the majority of the neighborhood. This <br /> proposal also included building a pedestrian bridge, which made the change to the <br /> Canyon Drive connection more financially feasible. <br /> Work is progressing in the development of this trail construction project. Our trail <br /> consultant has finalized the new alignment and has altered the contract documents as <br /> necessary. Parks staff provided the City's Planning Department with a project <br /> overview and construction details, and planning staff have assessed land use issues <br /> associated with the project. A copy of that decision is attached. <br /> I realize that having a public trail exiting park property on Canyon Drive adjacent to <br /> your property will have a measure of impact on what you have described to me as a <br /> very private and quiet neighborhood street. Our design process has endeavored to <br /> minimize negative neighborhood impact while still providing a needed public access <br /> to parkland and the Ridgeline Trail. We will continue to work closely with neighbors <br /> throughout the design and construction process and with future trail users once the <br /> trail is in place to minimize impacts to neighbors. <br /> Sincerely, <br /> Johnny Medlin, Director <br /> Parks and Open Space Division <br /> Cc: Betty Taylor <br /> Dennis Taylor <br /> Kurt Corey <br /> Andrea Riner <br /> Philip Richardson <br /> Kevin Matthews <br />