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Committee to simplify dog-leash signage and distribute etiquette cards ahead of July 13 ordinance timeline
Summary
Members debated dog-leash rules and enforcement challenges, decided to use simpler trail signage and informational "palm cards," and will research how the town-wide dog ordinance aligns with proposed rules; an implementation target of July 13 was discussed.
Committee members spent substantial time on proposed ordinance changes, particularly dog-leash requirements. While members acknowledged enforcement challenges and potential legal implications, they agreed to prepare simpler, friendlier signage for trails and to create informational "palm cards" to hand out to dog owners rather than posting full legal text.
The transcript records an implementation timing marker — "Aiming for implementation by July 13th" — but does not show a formal vote or final wording of the ordinance. Members also advised researching the existing town-wide dog ordinance to ensure consistency with proposed town-forest rules.
