Dog Park Proposal Gains Support in Stratford

STRATFORD, CT — A long-awaited dog park is one step closer to becoming reality for Stratford dog owners after the Roosevelt Forest Commission this week agreed on the potential location of the park, according to multiple reports.

The Connecticut Post reports the playground will be situated in the forest at a site that’s near the old ranger station at the entrance of the park.

The commission’s approval, which came in a 9-1 vote, comes with conditions, according to the Stratford Star.

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The Star reports the conditions include the removal of the vacant ranger station, construction of a small parking area and the formation of a subcommittee that will report directly to the Forest Commission.

The Town Council must approve the recommendation, which is expected, before the project becomes official, according to the Star. The council is expected to vote on the recommendation at its March 13 meeting.

The park will only be open to Stratford residents who have licenses for their dogs, according to the Post.

Read more at the Connecticut Post here and the Stratford Star here.

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