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The new Maple Avenue park will look a lot like the area does now, if the 358 responses to a survey the Town of La Conner sent to residents last summer shape the park’s design.

Almost 95% voted for at least a portion remaining open space, with 54.6% supporting its current configuration and 39% wanting a portion in grass. Nearly half, 45%, would come without children, with 17% regularly bringing kids and 38% occasionally accompanying children.

Over 80% agree to benches, tables and trees. Few want court sports. Less than 4% hope the majority of the park is paved for courts, while 65.2% sai...