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Commission plans mowing and loam delivery at Raspberry Farm as dog-waste concerns grow
Summary
The commission arranged post–Aug. 1 mowing and requested a loam estimate for Raspberry Farm, discussed bobolink nesting (likely absent this year), and debated enforcement options for dog waste including fines, registration for professional walkers, cameras and changing park rules to 'Dogs must be leashed.'
The Hampton Falls Conservation Commission agreed to ask contractor Steve Hurd to mow Raspberry Farm after Aug. 1 and to fill in holes. Vice Chair Shawn Hanson said he is seeking an estimate for loam because the commission will buy materials and coordinate delivery; commissioners noted the lower half of the field has not yet been mowed this year.
Commissioner John Sobutka raised concerns about dog waste at Raspberry Farm and suggested a short police presence; commissioners discussed cameras but noted enforcement is difficult because there are currently no fines. Sara McNamara-Gagnon recommended changing the site language from "Dogs must be leashed or under voice command" to "Dogs must be leashed" and adding "Stay on trails" if the area is to be managed for wildlife habitat. The commission also discussed registration for professional dog walkers and a car-sticker system, and mentioned SHEA's interest in funding dog-waste priorities.
