Wildlife enthusiasts and residents in West Seattle are embroiled in a heated dispute over access to a stretch of Alki Beach.
A petition to restore "Alki Point for All" has garnered hundreds of signatures.Supporters argue that by blocking off a large swathe of Beach Drive SW to parking and passers-through, the Seattle Department of Transportation has restricted access to a popular spot for whale watchers, seal spotters and tourist groups visiting from around the world. Donna Sandstrom is one of the leaders of this grassroot movement.
"When they bought this home, what they were buying was property that butted a city park. The park belongs to the whole public," said Sandstrom. "This isn’t a private, gated community-- this is for everybody."Lynn Drake, who lives around the corner, offers a different perspective: one centered on public safety. Defending the restrictions, Drake pointed out that the open stretch of blacktop often attracts unwanted activities, such as street racing.
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