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Proposal to ban dogs at Carol Fox Park fails to get second after council debate
Summary
A proposal to prohibit dogs and other animals at Carol Fox Park was introduced Nov. 17 citing hygiene and small‑child safety concerns, but the motion received no second and died after council heard enforcement and incident data from staff.
Councilmember (Speaker 16) introduced an ordinance to prohibit dogs and other animals at Carol Fox Park, arguing that the playground primarily serves small children and that removing dogs would reduce hygiene and safety risks.
During the discussion council members raised objections that an outright ban would penalize responsible dog owners and that leash laws and signage already…
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