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Board discusses leash policy after complaints about dogs in cemetery; no action taken
Summary
Board members discussed complaints about unleashed dogs in the cemetery, clarified that the board has authority to set cemetery rules and asked staff to consider signage; no policy change was adopted.
Board members discussed complaints about dogs running through the cemetery and whether the board should require leashes or additional signage. No new rule was adopted; the matter was left as a discussion item for possible future action.
"Golf and cemetery board can set their own policy regarding the cemetery and the golf course," said Speaker 4, staff member, after consulting the city attorney. The speaker summarized a prior mayoral policy that had allowed dogs off-leash when under verbal control and said the board's local authority would permit a more restrictive rule specifically for cemetery property.
Board members described complaints about dogs approaching other dogs and people and noted concerns about dogs near grave markers during ceremonies. One board member said signage at cemetery entrances would likely address the large majority of incidents, while others said enforcement would be difficult without additional staff resources.
The discussion ended with no formal motion. Several members said that if complaints continue they would bring a leash requirement back for formal consideration and potential signage, and staff said it would monitor incidents and return to the board with a recommendation if needed.
