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Mesa Parks and Recreation staff respond to citizen suggestion at Greenfield Park

Earlier this year, Mesa residents Robert and Lois Gallup contacted Mesa Parks and Recreation to inquire about handicap access to portions of Greenfield Park. 

Mr. Gallup had suffered a stroke in 2006 and discovered it was difficult to get to portions of Greenfield Park in a wheelchair.  He approached some City staff members and was directed to Parks Supervisor Jerry Bradney.  They discussed the need for some additional sidewalk and where it should be located.  About two weeks later, the sidewalk was completed. 

"Today I am proud to say I was able to use it for the first time and it is wonderful" said Robert Gallup.  "I noticed children, fire fighters and other elderly people using it.  I would like to thank Parks Supervisor Jerry Bradney and the City of Mesa Parks Department for a job well done and for making it much safer for everyone to use the park."

Mr. Gallup's son, Randy, shared his father's enthusiasm.  "I spoke with my parents and they are thrilled that you responded and that their efforts have made a difference for their community."

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