Agenda Item 5.1A - Dog Park Update

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5/9/13 Park Commission Minutes Doq Park Discussion was held about the possibility of a dog park at the South end of the park. It was the consensus of the Commission to contact Wes Wilson's daughter to assist in drawing up a plan for the dog park. Commissioners Gibbons and Ettesvold volunteered to meet with Mr. Wilson's daughter prior to the next Park Commission meeting to discuss the concept of a dog park at Sibley Lake Park. 6-13-13 Park Commission Minutes Doa Park — Commissioner Gibbons stated that he contacted Sheridan Wilson regarding the idea of creating a dog park at Sibley Lake Park. Ms Wilson was positive about the idea and offered to assist. The Park Commission stated that the next step is to draw up a plan to include the size, location, signage requirements and fencing. Commissioner Nagel requested staff to check with Mark Jurchen regarding liability issues. The Commissioners requested Ms. Wilson to come to the next Park Commission meeting. 7-11-13 Park Commission Minutes Siblev Lake Park — Doa Park The Commission moved its location to Sibley Lake Park. (This part of the meeting was held at Sibley Lake Park). Sheridan Wilson was present. Sheridan suggested a size and location for the dog park. She explained that her 4-H Club is taking on the project and hopes to raise the money to construct the fenced-in area for the dogs. Discussion was held regarding the height of the fence. It was decided on a 5' fence. Sheridan will be checking on the cost for the fencing materials installation costs for the fence.