As a concerned neighbor of Big Finn Hill Park on the west side of Juanita, I am dismayed to hear of the plans for “improvement.”

For well over 30 years, this park has been used by hikers, walkers, bicyclists, dogs, children and adults. The park came of age a long time ago and the neighbors like it just the way it is.

The committee that adopted the park was formed by people who don’t live here. We have no problem with sharing “our” park; we have done it for years in a very courteous fashion.

The proposed changes would dramatically impact the flora and fauna of the park, some of which are endangered or protected species, as well as affect vernal pools.

To the best of my knowledge, no studies have been done to determine the ecological impacts, nor do my neighbors and I feel like our concerns have been acknowledged.

The proposed changes would drastically alter the character of a park that is wonderful just the way it is. As my father always said “if it ain’t broken, don’t fix it.”

Sean Cash, Kirkland