Title
Orland Park Dog Park - Fundraising Campaign
History
During the past several years, requests and inquiries from residents as to the development of a dog park have increased substantially. The dog park is currently slated for consideration in the Village Capital Improvement Plan for the year 2016. At this time, staff is seeking direction on the creation of a plan for fundraising to construct a dog park in Centennial Park. Because of the central location of Centennial Park, its distance from nearby homes, and the available land, it would be the ideal location for a dog park. Other park sites on the east side of the community were also considered, however the existing parks owned by the Village in that area do not offer ample space and are within very close proximity to homes. For this reason, the staff recommends an under-utilized portion of Centennial Park for you consideration.
The Parks Department staff have identified several grants that might assist the Village in moving this project ahead more expeditiously. Staff has also researched other area dog parks that have been funded through generous donations from dog owners seeking to have this type of amenity in their own community. Additionally, we were recently made aware that the Village was nominated for the PetSafe Company contest for a chance to win $100,000 to build a dog park.
A preliminary drawing, fundraising ideas, suggested amenities and estimated costs are attached. Many of the items listed can be completed during future phases of the park development. The initial cost of development is primarily for fencing and for amenities.
On May 16, 2011, this item was reviewed and approved by the Parks, Recreation, and Environmental Initiatives Committee and referred to the Board for approval.
Financial Impact
No impact at this time. If approved, the fundraising plan would be implemented to advance the project in a future budget year.
Recommended Action/Motion
I move to approve a fundra...
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