Off-leash Dog Park
The Town of Perth is exploring the possibility of creating an off-leash dog park, following a desire expressed by residents over the past few years. Below you'll find more information regarding public input, the recent report to Council, notices, as well as a timeline of discussions throughout the years.
View the recent report to Town Council
Public Input
Survey is now closed. Thank you for your participation.
Public input has been collected, by way of a Public Open House and survey. Results will be shared in the upcoming report to Council.
Timeline
- May 11, 2023 - An Open House was held in Town Hall from 4-6pm.
- May 3-17, 2023 - A survey was conducted to collect public input.
- April 2023 - A motion was passed by Town Council to solicit input from residents regarding the various options presented by staff.
- December 2022 - Council deferred a decision regarding reconsidering an off-leash dog park staff can bring forward a report regarding a recommended location and a detailed cost analysis.
- October 2022 - Council passed a motion directing Town Staff to prepare a report regarding the development of an off-leash dog park.
- September 2021 - Council passed a motion to accept the final recommended plan for the future of Last Duel Park from the Last Duel Park Advisory Panel. This plan included the an off-leash dog park as one potential use in the South Small area of the park.
- 2014 - Motion passed by Council which stated that a dog park was approved in principle, but that the community would be required to raise 100% of the funding first, and then the Town would provide a location.
- 2009 - A motion to have staff further investigate a dog park was defeated.