I live close to the Columbia Park/St. Anthony Parkway dog park, and LOVE it. I was frustrated by how long it took to open that one, but in retrospect I can see that I should be thankful. In addition to the Northside not having a dog park, I've noticed that the inner parts of the city do not have dog parks either. I think it may have to do with the criteria set forth by the Park Board including a minimum size/area restriction. To me that seems absurd. Afterall, I think an inner-city area would be one of the hardest areas to get your dog safe exercise.
As far as people opposing the dog parks: I think you really need to visit one, even if you don't have a dog. If you like dogs, you'll enjoy seeing them run and play with each other. If dogs aren't your favorite, you'll certainly appreciate the sense of community connection happening at one of these parks. Imagine night after night 15-20 people gathered in one spot, or walking the length of the park together, talking to each other and getting to know each other! I consider it a definite added benefit for my community. David Rak Columbia Park _______________________________________ Minneapolis Issues Forum - A Civil City Civic Discussion - Mn E-Democracy Post messages to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe, Unsubscribe, Digest option, and more: http://e-democracy.org/mpls
