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Commission discusses dog‑park upgrades, shade and programming as part of parks plan
Summary
Commissioners asked staff to prioritize shade structures and amenities at the dog park and to explore features (hills, obstacles, shade) that would increase resident use; staff said irrigation and sod work have just been completed and further amenities could be budgeted later.
Commissioners flagged the dog park as under-used in part because of conditions (mud, heat) and asked for budgeted shade structures, more trees and play features that would increase resident use. Public works staff said irrigation and turf replacement work have been completed and that additional amenities and shade structures could be added in future budget cycles. Commissioners suggested lower‑cost interventions or reallocations to bring shade sooner rather than later, and manager asked staff to identify funding options so the commission can consider a faster timeline for shade improvements.
