Was the mayor’s and the board’s biggest mistake proceeding without some public airing of the proposal/idea and now they can’t back out? Are they justifying their decision using the argument that they have the authority/power, no matter what a significant part of the community thinks, feels, or believes? Or is the reality even worse? Whatever, a lawsuit appears to be the only way some members of the community feel they can be heard and ultimately get some answers.

I go to the park regularly with my grandchildren, and I thank the Central Park committee each time for the beautiful space. When we reach the children’s playground, I wonder though, “what about the playground?” If I remember correctly, a citizens’ group built it originally. Now it appears that nobody cares about this important space.

I also understand that it was not a part of the giveaway to Echelon. I hope that is still true.