Council signals new off‑leash designations and asks staff to return with code changes
After a lengthy discussion, council directed staff to draft code updates to limit off‑leash exceptions to designated areas (staff to return with maps and draft language); preliminary directions included designating Bayview greens, parts of El Dorado Valley/desert and Wilbur Square as off‑leash areas (with voice‑control requirement), keeping North Escalante primarily on‑leash as a socialization/training area, and exploring adoption/volunteer models for park maintenance.
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City parks staff and the parks director presented three paths for expanding dog recreation: build a new fenced dog park, designate specified off‑leash hours at existing parks, or permit off‑leash activity in defined desert/open‑space areas. Parks & Recreation Director Julie Calloway outlined pros, cons and cost considerations, and asked for direction.
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