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Williamstown Selectboard votes to eliminate dog park citing safety and upkeep concerns
Summary
The Selectboard voted to eliminate the town dog park after members cited lack of upkeep and dangerous access with rockslides; Cote Griggs abstained on the motion to eliminate the park.
During new business the Selectboard discussed the state of the Williamstown dog park and voted to eliminate it. Board members noted the park "IS NOT UTILIZE AND HAS NOT BEEN UPKEPT" and raised safety concerns about access, including rockslides; Tyler Mitchell moved to eliminate the dog park, Scott McCarthy seconded, and the motion passed with Cote Griggs abstaining.
Separately, the board reviewed a formal dog complaint and scheduled a hearing for July 14, 2025; Jacqueline Higgins was assigned to notify involved parties. The scheduling motion was made by Clayton Woodworth and seconded by Tyler Mitchell.
