“Based on the recent developments with Bicentennial Park and Winesap Road, neighbors have come here tonight to voice their concerns,” said David Cyr of Cole Lane. “The neighborhood is not in favor of a parking lot within Bicentennial Park with access to Winesap Road. We stand united and opposed.”

This previous weekend a petition, in regards to disapproval of the parking lot. was circulated along Winesap Road and surrounding neighborhoods. For several years, residents in the area have voiced issues with traffic and dogs and asked the council to enact a leash law for the property. At this time, dogs can be unleashed in the park. In 2005, proponents of keeping the park organized a group, “Responsible Dog Owners”, to provide clean-up, post rules for park etiquette as well as patrols to enforce rules for dog-owners. Police also initiated more patrols of the area. Park visitors now park on the street, which is a dead-end. The town wants to put a parking lot within the boundaries of the park.