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CITY OF
CHANHASSEN
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PO Box 147
Chanhassen, MN 55317
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MEMORANDUM
TO:
Park & Recreation Commission
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FROM:
Todd Hoffman, Park & Recreation Director
DATE:
August 17, 2005
SUBJ:
Off Leash Dog Area
Marty Walsh, Carver County Park Director has expressed that the County
remains committed to the proposed site at Minnewashta Regional Park. A group
called the Shorewood Park Foundation is proposing to approach the City of
Shorewood with a $5,000 pledge ifthe City will match it. Mr. Walsh has not
received confirmation on this proposal. No other activity in the arena of funding
is taking place to my knowledge.
Staff feels strongly that the construction of the proposed off leash dog area at
Minnewashta Regional Park is in the best interest of Chanhassen residents. The
size, location, amenities and access offered at the Minnewashta location cannot
be duplicated within our city park system. In order to move forward on the
proposed development of the Minnewashta Park off leash dog area, I offer the
following recommendation.
RECOMMENDA TION
It is recommended that the Park & Recreation Commission recommend that the
City Council authorize a $30,000 contribution to an off leash dog area to be
constructed at Lake Minnewashta Regional Park in Chanhassen to be owned and
operated by Carver County.
The City of Chanhassen · A growing community with clean lakes, quality schools, a charming downtown, thriving businesses, winding trails, and beautiful parks A great place to live, work, and play
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