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PAGE | 1 OF 1 <br />MEMORANDUM <br />To:St. Anthony Village Parks and Environmental Commission <br />From:Ashley Morello, Assistant City Manager <br />Date:December 2, 2024 Parks & Environmental Commission Work Session <br />Request:Identify ideal conditions of a dog park <br />BACKGROUND <br />The Parks and Environmental Commission has expressed interest historically in a dog park within the <br />city. At the September 23, 2024 PEC meeting, there was some discussion regarding pursuing a dog park. <br />A dog park has been an ongoing topic for the PEC. During the September 12, 2022 PEC meeting, the <br />Commission discussed the feasibility of a dog park in Saint Anthony. The group discussed a report from <br />Ann Arbor, MI (attached) which included recommendations for dog park site planning. Staff has also <br />attached an additional dog park guidelines resource from The Trust for Public Land. <br />Staff is recommending the PEC define what the ideal conditions and characteristics of a dog park would <br />be to them and Saint Anthony residents. Understanding ideal conditions for a city dog park is a critical <br />step in the planning process. At a high level, the PEC should identify at least the following: <br />Who is the dog park for? <br />How will people and their dogs travel to the park? <br />What is the appropriate size to accommodate dogs of all sizes? <br />What surrounding land uses are compatible with dog parks? <br />What is missing from neighboring communities’ dog parks? <br />Who will maintain the park? <br />What amenities are key? <br />o Amenities could include lighting, fencing, double gate entry, shade, water access <br />ACTION <br />PEC to provide staff with input on key features that are necessary for a successful dog park within the <br />city. <br />ATTACHMENTS: <br />Ann Arbor Report <br />Trust Guidelines