Proposed DPW Maintenance Hub in Schenley Park

Expressed strong opposition to building a DPW maintenance hub on Prospect Drive in Schenley Park, citing code chapter 480a violations and tree loss.

Expressed concern over commercial vehicles, noise, and property value impacts near her Hobart Street home adjacent to the proposed Schenley Park hub.

Challenged the administration's claim that city parks traditionally have DPW yards inside them, noting that other parks face similar conflicts.

Urged council to protect Schenley Park's green space and evaluate non-park alternatives for the DPW facility.

Argued that building the facility on Prospect Drive violates greenway preservation laws and ignores landslide risks.

Thanked DPW for flood protection work in Greenfield but urged the city to recognize the economic and environmental value of park green space.