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After heated debate, Los Altos council sends Hillview dog‑park design back for further outreach
Summary
Following extensive public testimony split over artificial turf, the council voted 4–1 to return the Hillview dog‑park design to the pre‑design outreach stage for additional review and redesign; the motion removed a council directive to categorically eliminate synthetic turf as an option.
The Los Altos City Council voted 4–1 on Thursday to send the Hillview Dog Park design back to an earlier outreach and design stage after weeks of public debate over the proposed synthetic turf surface.
The item prompted lengthy public comment. Pro‑turf speakers such as Barbara Doherty and Dan Byer argued artificial turf offers year‑round usability, lower water use and easier maintenance. Doherty said the existing grass park is often muddy and urged the council to "not delay" the new park.
Opponents,…
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