On October 16, 2023 at 10:10am had an unfortunate encounter during my visit to the park that compels me to share my experience. As someone who frequents the park regularly with an annual pass, I expected a pleasant and hassle-free experience. However, my encounter with a staff member, Karen, left me deeply disappointed.

During my visit, I parked my car in the designated parking lot as I always do, considering that I hold an annual pass. To my surprise, Karen left her station and approached my vehicle to inform me that the park is primarily for residents of the neighborhood. Little did she know, I live just a short 5-minute drive away from the park, and this park visit was a part of my daily routine.

Karen proceeded to inform me that I would have to pay "significantly more" to park in the parking lot, an assertion that left me perplexed. I had never encountered such a request before, given that I already held a valid annual pass, which I believed covered my parking fees.

What disturbed me the most during this encounter was the assumption made by Karen regarding my place of residence. She seemed to take it for granted that I did not live in the neighborhood, making her comments all the more unwarranted and discriminatory.

It is disheartening to experience such treatment in a public space, especially when one has invested in an annual pass to enjoy the amenities of a park. I hope that the park management takes appropriate action to address this matter and ensures that all visitors are treated with respect and fairness, irrespective of their place of residence.

In conclusion, while the park itself is a beautiful and serene place to spend time outdoors, I feel compelled to rate my recent visit poorly due to the unfortunate encounter with Karen. I sincerely hope that this incident is taken seriously, and appropriate measures are taken to ensure that all visitors, including annual pass holders like myself, are treated equitably and with the respect they deserve.