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Kennewick council approves new dog‑park rules, bans food, treats, alcohol and glass; penalty set

5706835 · September 2, 2025
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Summary

Kennewick City Council on Sept. 2 adopted an ordinance amending KMC 10.08.040 to establish dog‑park rules and prohibit food, treats, alcoholic beverages and glass containers; the measure includes a civil infraction penalty up to $250 and passed unanimously, 7‑0.

Kennewick City Council on Sept. 2 adopted an ordinance amending Kennewick Municipal Code section 10.08.040 to set rules for the city's dog parks, including a prohibition on food, treats, alcoholic beverages and glass containers and a civil infraction penalty.

Parks staff presented the ordinance as a set of rules to protect health and safety and to keep facilities clean and accessible. Key provisions described in staff remarks include that owners must maintain sight and control of their dogs at all times; aggressive or disruptive dogs must be leashed and removed immediately; dogs must…

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