Sat. Nov 16th, 2024

Glen Innes Severn Council is excited to invite residents to have their say on the establishment of a new  fully fenced off-leash dog park in Glen Innes.

Council has identified Lions Park as the proposed location for the park and is seeking valuable community input to help finalise the decision. 

Glen Innes Severn Council Mayor Rob Banham says Council is excited about the prospect of providing  a dedicated space for the community’s four-legged friends and their owners to enjoy.  

“This project represents our commitment to creating inclusive, safe, and enjoyable public spaces. We  look forward to hearing from our residents. Their input is crucial in helping us create a space that is not  only functional but also enjoyable for everyone,” said Cr Banham.

The proposed off-leash dog park aims to offer a welcoming space where pets and their owners can  spend quality time together while preserving the local environment.

The project will transform one of  the three proposed sites into an attractive off-leash dog park featuring a secure perimeter fence and  various amenities designed for both safety and enjoyment. 

Project highlights Include: 

• Fully fenced with double gates 

• Shelter (natural or man-made structure) 

• Water infrastructure for dogs and humans 

• Entry lighting 

• Signage for terms of entry/use 

• Basic agility infrastructure for dog free-play and exploration 

• Pet waste bags 

• Rubbish bins 

Residents are encouraged to review the proposed location and provide their input. Detailed  information, including maps, a vision board, and a project timeline, is available on Council’s Have Your  Say page at: https://haveyoursay.gisc.nsw.gov.au/have-your-say-on-the-new-off-leash-dog-park-in glen-innes 

Feedback can be submitted via a public comment form on the Have Your Say page, by email at  council@gisc.nsw.gov.au, or by mail to Glen Innes Severn Council, PO Box 61, Glen Innes, NSW 2370.

Hardcopies of the public comments form will be made available at Council’s Town Hall and Church  Street offices, Glen Innes Severn Public and TAFE Library, and the three village post offices in  Deepwater, Glencoe, and Emmaville. 

The consultation period will close Wednesday, 4 September 2024.


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