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Suffield EDC advances planning for dog park at Stony Brooke Park
Summary
The Suffield Economic Development Commission discussed details for a proposed dog park at Stony Brooke Park, directing staff to check for endangered species, winter maintenance, insurance and cost estimates before presenting to the Board of Selectmen.
Chairman Gayle Demko opened discussion on a proposed dog park at Stony Brooke Park after distributing a promotional piece about the benefits of dog parks. Commissioners focused on operational details the town will need to address before seeking Board of Selectmen approval, including hours of operation and long-term maintenance.
Economic Development Specialist Chad Kuzontkoski was asked to check with the Department of Environmental Protection for any endangered species at Stony Brooke Park that would need to be accommodated, and to verify whether the town can plow the parking lot for winter access and what insurance coverage would be required. The commission discussed fencing that would allow separate areas for large and small dogs and identified signage used at a West Hartford dog park as a model; Kuzontkoski will obtain a price estimate and consult the Department of Public Works about sign fabrication.
Commissioners emphasized that these operational and environmental checks are prerequisites to a formal proposal to the Board of Selectmen. The EDC did not set a public hearing or a final design at the meeting, instead assigning follow-up tasks to staff to gather the information and cost estimates needed for the next step.
