Chestermere, AB –The City has begun an off-leash / dog park management study and is looking for your input!
“City staff are collecting information about the current off-leash area in order to ensure our park spaces are welcoming and respectful for all park and trail users,” said Katelyn Richards, Community Recreation Coordinator at the City of Chestermere.
The City has already begun consulting the public by speaking with animal experts (veterinarians, animal trainers etc.) to get their thoughts on off-leash/dog park etiquette, park safety and dog owner responsibilities.
Next, an online survey will be created and distributed to the community to collect information about concerns, needs and expectations for off-leash spaces in Chestermere.
The online survey will be made available on March 9 and all residents are encouraged to complete it. Your input is very important to evaluate the current space and plan for future park spaces in Chestermere.
Finally, information collected from the survey will be addressed in an off-leash workshop open to Chestermere residents. More information about the workshop will be made available shortly.
“We are thrilled to have the ability to connect with residents and get their valued feedback on the current off-leash area and trail,” said Richards.
Following the survey and workshop, Parks and Recreation will present Council with recommendations provided from this consultation process and their research in May 2016. A copy of the report will be released to the community.
The City’s current off-leash area is located at the northwest end of Chestermere Lake.
More information about the park and this project can be found at www.chestermere.ca/offleash
