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Council discusses temporary pop‑up dog park as lower‑cost alternative to permanent facility
Summary
Councilmembers asked staff to explore a temporary pop‑up dog park, citing a 2020 permanent estimate of about $3.5 million and describing pop‑up setups as a lower‑cost option (tens of thousands) that could use East Rail Corridor property for interim activation.
Council considered a council‑initiated discussion on a dog park. Staff summarized background from the 2020 Parks, Recreation and Open Space (PRO) plan that identified a dog park as a high‑interest idea and provided a rough 2020 estimate of about $3.5 million for a permanent facility at Wooden Creek Park. Staff and councilmembers said that permanent construction has not been funded in any adopted CIP or budget.
Members discussed a lower‑cost alternative: a seasonal pop‑up dog park similar to Bothell Landing’s program, operating roughly Memorial Day through Labor Day. Councilmembers described pop‑up setup costs as ‘‘in the tens of thousands’’ and emphasized potential sponsorship and partnership opportunities with local businesses and nonprofits such as Homeward Pet. Several councilmembers favored using portions of the East Rail Corridor as a temporary site, citing available space, potential parking solutions and the opportunity to test community demand.
Council did not take formal action; councilmember liaisons volunteered to help explore partnerships and a pilot approach. Staff indicated that a budget amendment or CIP allocation would be required for any permanent facility.
