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Fountain Up donates $2,000 to Metcalfe Park dog park after Bark in the Park
Summary
Fountain Up presented a $2,000 donation to the Parks Department for Metcalfe Park dog‑park improvements, citing roughly 150 participants and more than 15 vendors at the event.
Representatives of Fountain Up presented a $2,000 donation to the city parks department at the June 17 City Council meeting to fund improvements at the Metcalfe Park dog park.
Heidi McAllister, speaking for Fountain Up in place of an absent committee member, said the group hosted its third annual Bark in the Park at Metcalfe Park on May 31 and "welcomed approximately a 150 participants and their furry companions, along with more than 15 local vendors." She said the donation will "go directly towards enhancing the dog park for the enjoyment of all." Parks Department head Gordy McCormick came forward to accept the check and agreed to provide a follow‑up to council on the planned uses.
Why it matters: local volunteer organizations often fund or sponsor smaller capital and amenity upgrades in city parks; the donation represents a community‑funded improvement to a city facility.
Ending: No council action was necessary; staff accepted the donation and agreed to report back on the planned improvements.
