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Residents express concern as county plans to move dog park to Meeks Park
Summary
Union County officials said the dog park will be moved to Meeks Park and improved; several residents said the current site is a community hub and urged the county to preserve access and amenities.
Residents told commissioners they rely on the existing dog park and worry a move to Meeks Park will disrupt a community that draws visitors from neighboring counties. Speaker 1 (identified in discussion as Ron Stockman) described the dog-park community and urged the county to consider size and amenities when rehabbing the new site.
"The dog park that exists now next to the Aldi's is a good spot... it's got a creek running by it, it's got plenty of land and good parking," Speaker 1 said, arguing the current location supports local businesses and a substantial user community. County staff (Speaker 3) replied the dog park will be moved and improved at Meeks Park and that the road department and parks staff will coordinate details; staff invited residents to follow up with county engineers after the meeting. Commissioners acknowledged the concerns and offered to discuss options with residents and staff to minimize disruption.
