Personally, the main reasons we purchased our home in Woodridge Lake were because (1) we wanted access to a pool that wasn't in our backyard and (2) the gate at the back northeast corner (which is locked at night) would allow our family access to the park and the elementary school. My family has been very careful and responsible in our use of and care for our neighborhood resources. Is there any evidence that the vandalism was committed by children or by anyone who lives in our neighborhood? I believe it's highly probable that outside visitors have been able to jump the fence, etc. Making decisions intended to make homeowners with children feel unwelcome is narrow-minded--this is not a retirement village. We appreciate that we have felt welcomed by all of the neighbors we have met over the past six + years.
By the way, if you would like to be connected with a large Facebook group that includes over 200 neighbors who live in our block who share information on everything from crime to garage sales, please let me know by replying to this post. I think that would allow me to get your message.
~ Laura
1343 N. Delmar