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Volunteers urge seasonal signs, path and outreach after two dogs die on ice at Morehead Park
Summary
Volunteers and city staff outlined a plan for temporary seasonal signage, pop-up education events and a future permanent sign at Morehead Park after two dogs died on thin ice; volunteers will fund and install temporary signs and plan a GoFundMe for a dedicated signboard.
Erin Green, founder of the volunteer group Theo’s Legacy and Friends of Morad, told the council that two dogs died after running onto thin ice at Morehead Park and described the loss of her dog Theo as ‘‘soul crushing.’’ Green said volunteers want approval to install temporary seasonal signs along the river, provide educational pop-ups and raise funds for a permanent signboard.
City parks staff recounted actions taken after the February incidents: placement of five variable-message sign boards at multiple parks, news releases and social-media warnings, and distribution of water-and-ice-safety literature to…
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