Hi everyone,
Right now, we have the power to shape the future of our neighborhood, but only if we act together. Over the past few weeks, I’ve been attending Neighborhood Watch meetings, talking with residents, and sharing our vision for turning the vacant lot at 860 Shortridge Dr into a community park. And something incredible is happening, more and more people are not just agreeing but actually showing up, supporting me, and proving that this is what our community wants.
But here’s the truth: wanting change isn’t enough. The city won’t act unless we show them that our neighborhood is united. That’s where you come in.
I’ve reached out multiple times to McFadyen Ventures, the current property owner, but they haven’t responded to any of my follow-up emails. It seems they’re still focused on building a house there. That’s why we have to be louder than ever and make it clear that our voices matter.
I also spoke with District Councilman Mario Benavente, and he said we need to show the city just how many residents want this park. I started this petition because I believe in what this space could mean for all of us, but I can’t do it alone. We need more people willing to stand behind this and make a statement with me.
Here’s how you can help right now:
Sign the petition if you haven’t already
Share it with friends, neighbors, and family
Leave a comment or your thoughts, make your voice heard
Talk about it wherever you can to raise awareness
This isn’t just about a park, it’s about giving our kids a safe place to play, creating a space where neighbors can come together, and building something positive for future generations.
The more voices we raise, the stronger our statement becomes, and the harder we’ll be to ignore. Every signature matters. Every share matters. Every voice matters.