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Heather Lambert <
To:Advisory Bodies
Cc:miked Durighello
Subject:Emerson Park Redevelopment – Resident Questions on Parking and Noise
Hello Parks & Recreation Commission,
I’m a nearby resident at 480 Pacific Street and wanted to share a few questions regarding the Emerson
Park redevelopment. I’m genuinely excited about the planned improvements and appreciate the City’s
investment in upgrading the park. At the same time, I’d like to better understand how two key
neighborhood impacts are being addressed, as I was unable to find information on these topics on the
project website.
1. Traffic and Parking Impact
Has the City completed a traffic and parking impact study for the Emerson Park redevelopment,
and is a public summary available? Street parking around Emerson Park, including Pacific, Pismo,
Nipomo, and Beach Streets and surrounding blocks, is already very difficult for existing residents.
Where will additional park visitors park if residents already have to park one to two blocks from
their homes during peak hours?
2. Noise from Dog Park Activity
The project includes a new dog park that will likely become a primary gathering spot for downtown
dog owners. How is the City evaluating and planning to mitigate increased noise from dog activity
for nearby residents?
Thank you for your time and for the work you’re doing to improve our parks. I appreciate any information
you can share.
Best regards,
Heather Lambert
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