Date: January 19, 2015, 9:21:37 PM EST
To: Mark Jinks <Mark.Jinks@alexandriava.gov>, James Spengler <James.Spengler@alexandriava.gov>, Lance Mallamo <Lance.Mallamo@alexandriava.gov>, City Council <CityCouncil@alexandriava.gov>, Yon Lambert <Yon.Lambert@alexandriava.gov>
Subject: Fort Ward Park Management Plan
Mark,
In advance of the public hearing on this Saturday, I would appreciate staff giving thought/consideration to the following as a pathway forward, in addressing the concerns of the Oakland Baptist Church Cemetery descendants:
1) The creation of an Implementation Monitoring Group to provide oversight and protection as the planned work, both storm water, park and historic preservation proceeds
2) This group should have a City Council Member designated by the Mayor to be a liaison
3) Further, since much of the planned work going forward is so sensitive, and there exist a serious "lack of trust" factor, it is imperative, that a work session with the citizens, staff and council take place after the public hearing, to allow for a full discussion as to the issues, and potential solutions.
We have invested too much time and resources, both staff and monetary, to not end up with a win-win outcome. Citizens should not feel that government has failed to listen and be responsive.
This project has the potential to be an attractive tourism venue as well.
Let's talk.
Thanks,
Bill
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