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Off-leash dog park scheduled to open June 11
June 2, 2022 · 0 Comments
Written By Paula Brown
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The long awaited off leash dog park in Shelburne is scheduled to open for use this month.
During their meeting on Monday (May 30), Shelburne CAO Denyse Morrissey provided a report with general updates on capital park projects
According to the report, the estimated opening date for the off-leash dog park, located at Fiddle Park, is June 11. A ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the dog park is also in the work for June 11 at 9 a.m.
The idea for an off-leash dog park was initially brought forward by council in 2020 and was included in that year’s budget. The project was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic and was later re-introduced as a capital project in the
2022 budget.
Site preparation and clearing began at Fiddle Park in April and construction of the fencing was installed in May. Additional landscaping and seating were added in late May.
According to a report from September 2021, the estimated cost of the dog park was around $92,000.
Amenities for the off-leash dog park includes a small dog section, a large dog section, picnic tables, garbage receptacles, dog waste stations, and 16
parking spaces.
Further information, including rules and regulations to access the off-leash dog park, can be found through the Town’s Park Projects page.
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