Selectmen and commenters weigh dog‑park requests and playground safety concerns
Aug 5, 2026
Aug 5, 2026
Board members discussed neighborhood requests for off‑leash dog access and raised safety concerns for children and playground equipment; board did not take formal action but noted multiple safety issues to consider.
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Several residents raised the idea of permitting off‑leash dogs in a town area; board members and commenters discussed practical and safety concerns, including dog fights, damage to playground surfaces and conflicts with youth activities at the Field of Dreams.
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