The annoying construction in Bushnell Park is made less annoying because of a few things that should happen for every project:

1. There was communication about this via email to those who have found themselves on the Friends of Bushnell Park mailing list. Before any trucks or other equipment showed up in the park, people were notified.

2. There are signs in the park communicating what’s being (or going to be) messed with, and when. These are not blocking sidewalks; they’re in visible spots, but off to the side.

3. There are efforts to maintain as much access as possible by using ramps that go up and over pipes.

4. Areas that are closed off are obviously closed, in a way that can be seen at a distance so you aren’t making a long walk and striking a dead end.

Now that we know a construction project in a park can be handled reasonably, there is something we can point to when projects outside of Bushnell Park don’t do these things.