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Commissioners direct staff to seek rescission to keep Gateway Park dog park open while long‑range planning proceeds

Spokane County Board of Commissioners · April 13, 2026
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Parks staff urged the county to rescind termination of its Gateway Park agreement with DOT and continue operating the Patricia Sim dog park for another year while state and local partners undertake a 12‑month master planning process; estimated operating cost is about $32,000 a year.

Spokane County parks staff asked the board to rescind the county’s termination notice for the Gateway Park lease and continue operating the Patricia Sim dog park under the existing agreement while the state and partners complete a broader 12‑month planning effort for the site.

Doug, speaking for county parks, said Washington State Department of Transportation regional staff and other stakeholders have offered to lead a…

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