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Sarasota News Leader December 13, 2013 Long-time bicyclist and pedestrian advocate Mike Lasche told Kucharski to think longterm. "One day, when the Legacy Trail is extended, this will be the connector for the 18-mile leg to Venice," he pointed out. And he urged the city try to preserve the old railroad right-of-way along Alderman Street, which connects to Brother Geenen Way and across U.S. 301 to South Payne Parkway and into the park itself. Alderman eventually terminates at South Palm Avenue, one block from Sarasota's bayfront. Page 49 A couple of people asked for the park to be more dog-friendly, noting the city recently approved a measure requiring owners to keep dogs on leashes in the park. Meanwhile, other speakers urged some education for dog owners, saying the latter need to pick up after their animals because children regularly romp and roll in the grassy areas. Two professionals came in to suggest specific uses. Steve Weeks with the Suncoast Sports Club said, "I'd love to bring soccer, flag football and lacrosse to the open areas." Signage spells out the rules and regulations for the tennis facility at Payne Park. Photo by Scott Proffitt