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Councilors and residents split over proposal to allow leashed dogs in Woodland Cemetery
Summary
Councilor Bobby Williams asked the MSFI committee to consider a one‑year trial allowing leashed dogs in Woodland Cemetery to increase foot traffic and deter illicit activity; parks staff and many residents raised preservation, sanitation, enforcement and cultural concerns. The committee accepted the item as informational.
Councilor Bobby Williams proposed allowing leashed dogs in Woodland Cemetery under a one‑year trial ordinance, arguing that increased foot traffic could deter illicit activity and make the space safer for neighbors.
"If we could create some guard rails around having dogs in the park, I think maybe some of Mr. Bohannan's concerns would be mitigated," Williams said as he outlined a trial with leash and cleanup requirements.
City staff and many…
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