The section of Monroe by the Vets Facility lacks pedestrian lighting and doesn't have clear crosswalk for vets to get to Riverside Park. The stretch of Plainfield Avenue from Coldbrook street to north of Leonard is especially awkward and dangerous for bikers and pedestrians. Because of the numerous repavings, there are seriously sunken manholes in Monroe Avenue from Leonard street north. The Creston Heights business area lacks focus on neighborhood services. The school playgrounds need updating and new equipment.
Riverside Park lacks playground equipment.
Activities for teens and seniors together. Reuse of the existing library building to give focus to the Creston business area. Integrate bike routes into the neighborhood, not just along the riverbank. Build on existing bike and walk trails throughout the neighborhood. Strengthen neighborhood schools, rather than close and consolidate them.