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Off leash dog park work begins

Works will include permanent fencing, signage, bins, seating, drinking fountain and car parking spaces.

Greater Shepparton City Council Mayor Dennis Patterson said “at times Council will require the site to be closed to allow for works to be completed but we will advise users on the Council website and Facebook page. In most instances Council will be able to have half the off leash dog park open, while works occur at the other side”.

“The first part of the works will be the removal of temporary fencing and building a permanent fence for the park. This will take a few days and the entire park will need to be closed for the first few days to allow for this to occur,” said Cr Patterson.

“I am sure the dog owners will be really happy now the trial site is becoming permanent. I am sure dog owners will understand the works will restrict access at times for the work to be completed”.

“The works are due to be completed by late June but as we are coming into the cooler months wet weather may impact construction. Once the site is made permanent the same rules apply from the trial including all dogs need to be registered to ensure everyone can enjoy the area at the same time”.

Greater Shepparton City Council recognises an off leash dog park is beneficial for the health and wellbeing of dogs and their owners. Council will look for further trial locations in Shepparton in 2016/2017. The permanent site will continue to be monitored carefully by the Animal Management team. Residents need to ensure rules are obeyed for the off leash dog park.

If you require any further information please contact Council on 5832 9700 or visit https://www.facebook.com/GreaterShepparton