Several residents raised questions during public comment about recent tree plantings at Grama McKay Park, telling the council that the neighborhood uses the open green space for children and informal play.

Madison Hickman, who identified herself as the soon‑to‑be representative of Troy’s 3rd Ward, said many neighbors had contacted her about the number of trees being planted at the park and asked why so many were being added. “They’re very concerned because that green space is used by the kids in our neighborhood,” Hickman said.

Director of Public Service and Safety Mr. Titterton replied that the trees recently planted were to enhance or replace Japanese cherry trees and that the planting was part of a sister‑city relationship. He said he was not aware of additional planting plans beyond the recent work. Councilmembers and residents referenced a rough estimate of “around 50” trees involved in the broader cherry‑tree planting program; the number was not confirmed in the meeting record.

Resident Ted Mercer said marking flags show a concentration of trees in the center area and asked council to review plans to preserve open space for play. Council did not take formal action at the meeting and directed staff discussion and follow up through the established park‑planning process, including a Park and Recreation master‑plan presentation set for Dec. 3 at 6 p.m. in the Bravo Room at Hobart Arena.