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Trustee proposes dog park at Rotary Park; trustees raise flooding and proximity concerns
Summary
Trustee Cozart proposed converting part of Rotary Park into a fenced dog park, outlining low-cost options and sponsorship revenue; trustees raised concerns about drainage, proximity to residences and long-term maintenance; no vote was taken and advocates were invited to form a study committee.
A Trustee-led proposal to establish a dog park at Rotary Park drew mixed reaction at the March 10 Villa Park meeting, with supporters citing neighborhood amenity and potential sponsorship revenue and some trustees warning the chosen location may be a flood-retention area too close to residences.
Trustee Cozart presented a preliminary plan that would use existing park amenities (parking, a gazebo and restrooms) to limit initial costs. The concept included a fenced, double-gated enclosure with separate small- and large-dog areas, shade structures, water…
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