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Home My WebLink About6.a. Discussion of Dog Parks4ROSEMOUNTEXECUTIVE SUMMARY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION Parks and Recreation Commission Regular Meeting: October 27, 2014 ISSUE Dog parks and off leash dog areas are becoming more and more popular in the south metro area. Currently, the closest dog park to Rosemount is Dakota Woods Park which is located just south of County Road 46 on Blaine Avenue. Dakota Woods is operated by the Dakota County Parks Department. In years past, Rosemount allowed dogs to run off leash in the eastern portion of Schwarz Pond Park. This was before the Evermoor Development and Connemara Trail were established. Included in the packet is information for the Dakota Woods Dog Park and the Eagan Dog Park. Staff would like to discuss with the Parks and Recreation Commission possible locations in Rosemount for both neighborhood dog parks and a more centralized community dog park. AGENDA SECTION: AGENDA ITEM: Discussion of Dog Parks Old Business PREPARED BY: Dan Schultz, Parks and Recreation AGENDA NO. Director 6 a. ATTACHMENTS: Dakota Woods Dog Park information APPROVED BY:9 and Eagan Dog Park information RECOMMENDED ACTION: None, discussion only. ISSUE Dog parks and off leash dog areas are becoming more and more popular in the south metro area. Currently, the closest dog park to Rosemount is Dakota Woods Park which is located just south of County Road 46 on Blaine Avenue. Dakota Woods is operated by the Dakota County Parks Department. In years past, Rosemount allowed dogs to run off leash in the eastern portion of Schwarz Pond Park. This was before the Evermoor Development and Connemara Trail were established. Included in the packet is information for the Dakota Woods Dog Park and the Eagan Dog Park. Staff would like to discuss with the Parks and Recreation Commission possible locations in Rosemount for both neighborhood dog parks and a more centralized community dog park. Dakota Woods Dog Park 16470 Blaine Avenue Rosemount, MN, 55068 U.S. Highway 52 to County Road 46 (160th Street East) in Coates, MN West on County Road 46 one mile to Blaine Avenue South on Blaine Avenue 0.6 miles to park entrance on left RC! EM UNT 160th St W s I — 2 Dakota Woods Dog Park _ _ . _-Cm 170th 5t E EMPIRE $ Dakota County Parks! Dakota County has diverse natural landscapes including lakes, rivers, wooded hillsides and prairies. The hest of our area's scenic features are preserved and protected in Dakota County's parks for your enjoyment and for the enjoyment of future generations. The mission of Dakota County Parks is to enrich lives by providing high quality recreation and education opportunities in harmony with natural resource preservation and stewardship. Enjoy your visit! Dakota County Parks Western Service Center 14955 Galaxie Avenue Apple Valley, MN 55124 952.891.7000/952.891.7968 TDD Lebanon Wills Visitor Center 860 Cliff Road Eagan, MN 55123 651.554.6530 Email: parks@co.dakota.mn.us www.dakotacounty.us/parks f 0 F PARKS The Dakota Woods Dog Park is a 1 6 -acre, fenced site that provides ample space for dogs to exercise off leash. There is no surface water in the park. The site is composted primarily of mixed woods with three acres of open space. A dog walking trail loop connects the wooded trail to the open space. OPEN DAILY: 5 AM to 10 PM PASS REQUIRED Only those dog owners who have purchased a pass can exercise their dogs in this area. Daily passes are available at the onsite pay box. Annual passes are available through the Dakota County Parks website: www.dakotacounty.us/parks or by calling the parks main office at 952-891-7000. FEES: Daily Pass: $5 Annual Pass: $42.85 ($40 + tax) Park Amenities: Wooded and open areas Loop trails No surface water Free parking Picnic tables Bag dispensers Waste containers Portable toilet Dakota Woods Dog Park Rules: Always purchase and display a pass prior to using the Dog Park. • Bring ample water for your dog. • Dogs must be kept under direct control of their handler at all times. • Two dog per handler limit. • Children underthe age of 15 must be supervised. • Food and dog toys are not allowed. • Be courteous to other dog handlers—monitor dogs playing together. • Dogs must be on a leash prior to entering and upon exiting the Dog Park. • Animal cruelty is not allowed—do not punish other dogs. • Handler must be present in the Dog Park area with theirdog(s) at all times. Handler must have a leash available and visible for use at all times. • Handler must cleanup all pet waste. • All dogs must be properly licensed and vaccinated and display a valid tags. • All dogs must be over four months of age. • Dogs in heat are not allowed. • Handlers are liable for any damage or injury inflicted by their dog. • Dakota County Parks are smoke-free. Smoking is prohibited inside the Dog Park. • Handler must abide by all other park rules and Park Ordinance 107. • Dogs declared dangerous are not allowed. 0 Firearms are not allowed. City of Eagan Off -Leash Dog Area Rules & Regulations City of Capp • Use of the Off -Leash Dog Area is at the discretion of the handler. The Off -Leash Dog Area is not staffed. The City makes no guarantees nor assumes any liability for the physical condition of the grounds or the behavior or vaccination history of any dog. The handler/owner assumes liability for injury or damages caused by their dog. • A current, annual permit collar must be worn by all dogs while in the Off -Leash Dog Area; permits may not be transferred to other dogs. The city reserves the right to revoke or reject a permit or application at any time. • Eagan residents are required to provide proof (License #) of City dog licensure. • Dogs must be properly vaccinated; handlers must provide proof of vaccination (vets certification or tag) with application. • No more than two dogs per handler are allowed in an area at one time. A handler must be at least 16 years of age. • Dogs that have been declared dangerous or potentially dangerous in any community or that have a known history of aggressive behavior are not allowed in the Off -Leash Dog Area. Any dog that exhibits aggressive behaviors must be removed immediately by the handler. • Dogs must be under visual contact and voice control of the handler at all times. A dog is considered under voice control if it will come when called. Dogs are never to be left unattended. Permission must be granted by each handler for dogs to play or interact with another dog. • Dogs must be leashed prior to entering and upon leaving the Off -Leash Dog Area. A dog may not be leashed within the Off -Leash Dog Area except for immediate removal. The handler must keep the leash on their person at all times. • The handler must clean up after their dog in all areas of the Off -Leash Dog Area including the tall grass areas and woodlands. All waste, including trash, is to be disposed of only in a designated waste container. Use a provided bag or a comparable bag for dog waste. Do not leave empty or full bags in the mesh of the fence. • Children under the age of 16 are not allowed in the Off -Leash Dog Area without a supervising adult. • Puppies under four months of age or female dogs in heat are not allowed in the Off -Leash Dog Area. • No food other than pocketed dog training treats is allowed in the Off -Leash Dog Area. • For the protection of the natural environment and the safety of other users and dogs, no smoking is allowed in the Off -Leash Dog Area. No alcohol of any type is allowed. • No bicycles, strollers, or wheeled or motorized vehicles, except wheel chairs or other assistive equipment used by people with disabilities are allowed. The surface may be uneven and steep. • The small dog area is limited to dogs no taller than 13" at the shoulder that weigh no more than 25 pounds. • All City park rules and ordinances apply to Off -Leash Dog Area users. Off -Leash Dog Area hours are from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. or as otherwise posted. • In the event of injury or conflict, contact Police Dispatch by dialing 911. OFF -LEASH DOG AREA Off -Leash Dog Area permits are annual PERMIT APPLICATION permits, which are good from January 1 Eagan Parks & Recreation through December 31. 3830 Pilot Knob , Eagan, MN 55122 City of Eagan (651) 675-5500 Ro FAX (651) 675-5012 ❑ Resident: I understand that as a resident of Eagan my dog(s) must have a current City of Eagan dog Resident license to use the Off -Leash Dog Area. Status: ❑ Non -Resident: I am a resident of another city purchasing an Off -Leash Dog Area permit. Dogs registered as Dangerous or Potentially Dangerous In any Jurisdiction are NOT ALLOWED. By applying for this permit, I certify that this dog(s) Is not registered as Dangerous or Potentially Dangerous. Name: I Home Phone: ( ) Dog Owner's Address: Information: City, State: Cell Phone: Tip: I Email: Dog Name #1: Breed #1: Coat Color #1: Gender: ❑ Male ❑ Female License: Required: Residents ONLY By checking YES I certify my dog(s) is current with their rabies vaccinations. ❑ Yes ❑ No Required: Non -Residents ONLY I have attached a copy of my dog(s) current rabies vaccination. ❑ Yes ❑ No Dog Name #2: 1 Breed #2: 1 Coat Color #2: Dog's Required: Residents ONLY By checking YES I certify my Information: Gender. ❑ Ma1e ❑Female LlCense: dog(s) is current with their rabies vaccinations. ❑ Yes ❑ No Required: Non -Residents ONLY I have attached a copy of my dog(s) current rabies vaccination. ❑ Yes ❑ No *Dog Name #3: 1 Breed #3: 1 Coat Color #3: Gender. ❑ Male ❑ FemaleI License: I Required: Residents ONLY By checking YES I certify my dog(s) is current with their rabies vaccinations. ❑ Yes ❑ No Required: Non -Residents ONLY I have attached a copy of my dog(s) current rabies vaccination. ❑ Yes ❑ No Applicant Signature: I hereby acknowledge that I voluntarily have applied to participate and use, with my dog(s), the Off -Leash Dog Area designated by the City of Eagan. I understand that the acts of unleashing my dog(s) or being physically present inside the Off -Leash Dog Area necessarily involves risks of injury to me, other people, my dog(s), and other dog(s), including but not limited to, risks resulting from aggressive or dangerous dog(s), unpredictable behavior, lack of training, and lack of vaccination. I expressly assume these risks and responsibility for these actions of my dog(s) and myself. I understand that no agent or employee of the City of Eagan will supervise the Off -Leash Dog Area at anytime. I further understand and agree that the City of Eagan is not liable for any loss, damage, illness, or injury of any kind sustained by any human or dog(s) while using the Off -Leash Dog Area. I thereby expressly assume all risks associated with using the Off -Leash Dog Area, as well as the grounds, plants, animals, insects, fixtures or equipment located therein. The City of Eagan often take pictures, slides, and videotape of participants enjoying their facilities. These are used for promotion, brochures, scrapbooks, and staff training. I grant permission to use the name, pictures, and quotes of me or my dog(s) for the above purposes. As a condition of using the Off -Leash Dog Area, I agree to defend and indemnify the City of Eagan and its officers, employees and agenda from and against all loss, cost, damages, expense and liability results from my use of the Off -Leash Dog Area, including death, sickness, injury, and disease to any person or dog, or destruction to property, real or personal, arising directly from my use of the Off -Leash Dog Area. By signing this release of liability and using the Off -Leash Dog Area, I hereby fully and forever release and discharge the City of Eagan, their employees and agents from any and all claims, demands, damages, or causes of action present or future, whether the same be known and unknown, anticipated, or unanticipated, resulting from or arising out of my use of the said Off -Leash Dog Area premises, facilities, or equipment This waiver of liability does not waive liability for any injuries that I obtain as the result of willful, wanton or intentional misconduct by the City or any person acting on behalf of the City. I have carefully read this release of liability and the rules and regulations outlined on the back of the application. I understand, agree with, and accept its terms and conditions. Signature Office Use Only: Fees: Resident Non -Res. Dog #1 $ 20.00 $ 40.00 Dog #2 $15.00 $ 35.00 Dog #3 *Must Have 2 Handlers $ 15.00 $ 35.00 Replacement Collar Total Fee $ 5.00 $ 5.00 Date PAYMENT INFORMATION: ❑ Cash: ❑ Check: # ❑ Gift Cert: # In order to protect credit information, please do not write down Credit Card numbers. This information can be given directly to Parks & Recreation Support Staff =at the time of purchase. Any questions please call Parks & Recreation (651) 675-5500