That the City Manager is requested to work with relevant City departments to ensure that there is full open access for all users to Linear Park from Westley Avenue as an additional community access point

PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT Survey: open-ended questions common responses 1. What works well about Linear Park?  The park and path itself as a place to walk, bike, and exercise  Shade, tree canopy, landscaping, open space  Proximity to Alewife Station, Mass Ave, & Davis Square 2. What does not work well about Linear Park?  Crowded, narrow, need more space for different users  Lack of benches  Community access points 3. It would be great if Linear Park project included:  More trees  Drinking fountains  Benches & tables

PROJECT GOALS Linear Park Project Goals  Widen the path, where possible, for the high volume and mix of different users  Add a variety of new seating and opportunities for natural play  Establish stronger community access  Retain tree canopy, add additional trees and understory plantings  Establish better soil and growing conditions  Minimize tree removals wherever possible with effort at transplanting  Design park and pathway to minimize root zone impacts

Linear Park Community Access Points Possible access point Gateway entrances Existing community access points CEDAR ST REED ST Alewife Park Commitment N WESTLEY

Community Access Points  Multiple requests for additional community access points along Linear Park  Specific requests for a new community access point at Westley Ave  Survey responses  Comments on project website (Tell Us Your Thoughts)  Opposition from Westley residents  Following abutters letter about fencing and access points  City to consider additional feedback