The Paskapoo slopes greenspace not only affects the local residents, but the residents of the entire NW, as the majority of them face the slopes. In fall, with the changing leaves, the slopes is a gorgeous part of the view from Edgemont, Hawkwood, Arbor Lake, Varsity, the view from Nose Hill, as well as the view for every driver along Shagganappi, Sarcee (both of them), and Crowchild.
This should be a no-brainer for city council to shut down, as it negatively affects too many residents, for too little gain.
The Paskapoo slopes - on either side of COP - should be converted into a park. It would be a nicer park than Nose Hill, and on par with Fish Creek. The value of the view for the city alone would make this park worth while, without a single path or picnic bench installed.
Heck, if it were up to me, I would purchase every house along Patterson Blvd, and bulldoze the bunch.
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