To the editor:

Julianne’s Playground is essential for the physical and mental health of our children.

As a resident of Pelham for four generations, I am very concerned about the Village of Pelham’s proposal to place a massive sewer and diesel pumps in Julianne’s Playground where our children play. Born and raised in Pelham, I played at the Sixth Street Playground—now Julianne’s Playground—my daughters played there and now my granddaughter plays in this playground.

After hearing recently the playground may be dug up and a sewer placed under it, my granddaughter was quite naturally upset. I understand the long-term issues of flooding and the need for mitigation, but not at the expense of our children. I commend the Pelham Board of Education for putting our children first by voting unanimously against this project that will disrupt the lives of what is most precious to us, our children.

Two words come to mind when I have seen projects like this move forward: “unintended consequences.” I don’t want our children to be an unintended consequence of this project. Find another way, and let our children have their Julianne’s Playground as we have very little outdoor space as it is. Thank you for allowing me to voice my opinion.

Charlotte Florida

550 Third Ave.