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Public commenter urges City Council to reject artificial turf at McKinsey Dog Park

Los Altos Environmental Commission · October 16, 2025
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Summary

At an Environmental Commission meeting, a public commenter urged the City Council to oppose plans for artificial turf at McKinsey Dog Park, citing PFAS contamination, microplastic pollution, heat hazards and lack of recycling; the Council is scheduled to consider the project Oct. 14.

A public commenter told the Environmental Commission that the proposed installation of artificial turf at McKinsey Dog Park “should not be used,” and urged residents to submit public comment and attend the City Council meeting on Oct. 14.

The commenter cited environmental and health concerns tied to artificial turf, saying the product “contains PFAS”…

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