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Millbrae council orders study of off‑leash hours and dog‑park options at Central Park after extended public comment
Summary
After more than an hour of public comment and council discussion, Millbrae City Council directed staff to return with options for limited off‑leash hours at Central Park and for fenced off‑leash facilities elsewhere, with analysis of insurance, enforcement, operating costs and proposed locations; motion passed 5–0.
The Millbrae City Council on Oct. 28 directed city staff to research options for accommodating dog owners — including limited off‑leash hours at Central Park and possible fenced dog‑run sites — and to return in early 2026 with proposed locations, cost estimates, insurance implications and enforcement options.
Council member Ronaldi said the issue had repeatedly arisen at Parks & Recreation Commission meetings and that residents asked for two daily periods — early morning and evening — that would let dogs exercise in a central, walkable location. Tom Williams, the city manager, reminded the council that Millbrae Municipal Code currently requires animals on parks and public property to be on a leash (code language cited in staff materials) and that changing that policy could require an ordinance change.
The city attorney told the council there is no state law…
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