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Staff said the Shoup Park slide could not be safely repaired because of erosion, exposed footings, cracks, and entanglement hazards, recommending its replacement. Council discussed securing the slide in place while exploring fundraising, but the minutes do not record a final decision.
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The slide was identified as a safety risk, and staff recommended replacing it with a new platform, slide, safety surfacing, shade structure, erosion control, and landscaping. Council members generally supported keeping the historic slide if it could be securely closed and funding could be found. Staff also presented data supporting a possible reduction of the Shakertown Road speed limit from 40 mph to 35 mph, but no ordinance was adopted.
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