Help us win some grant money!
We, the residents who live near the Park at LeDroit, are applying for a grant so that we can make some much-needed improvements to the dog park. Help us by showing your support--all that's needed is your signature!
As many of you know, though improvements have been made by dog owners, the park’s old decomposed granite surface is thin, dusty, and sits atop a cement slab that renders the park unusable for much of the year because water doesn't drain out. We've also experienced a great increase in usage this past year as many of us have sheltered in our homes alongside our furry companions...and even more have adopted pandemic pups!
We'd love to modernize the dog park and update it so that the community’s dogs can have a safe and clean space to play. Some of our dream improvements include:
- A drainage system so rain and snow is directed toward the swale at the south end of the park
- Astroturf so that dogs don't get dusty or muddy when they do their doggy rolls
- Concrete walkways which will make the park more accessible to people with mobility issues
- A shade system so our pups and their people can hang out on hot sunny days
- Play equipment like rocks to climb on and maybe even a water feature so dogs can cool off in summertime
Of course, we as a community will continue to support the park by holding regular clean-ups and will work with public officials to galvanize more support for park maintenance and upkeep!
Sign on to show that we wholeheartedly support the Friends of LeDroit Park’s petition for funds to update and modernize the field!
Updates
April 7, 2021
The momentum surrounding our proposal for the LeDroit dog park has grown significantly. This collective interest demonstrates how vital this space is for our neighborhood and our companions. We are using this positive energy to advance our discussions with local officials.
36 Comments
The park is beautiful, but the dog park component needs some attention. I'd take my white dog there more frequently if not for the dust and dirt. Astroturf would be a welcome improvement.
We live in Bloomingdale, but we usually take our dog all the way to Alethia Tanner park in NE, because it has turf to keep our pet clean, exercise equipment to jump on, and a water fountain to keep her hydrated. Hope we can make similar improvements at LeDroit, so that our doggy can hang out with friends closer to home.
Our dog and kids LOVE THE DOG PARK. All those improvements would make it so much better. In particular, we cant go after rain as it is too muddy.
Because of the bad condition of the surface, we don't use the dog park now, although we have 2 dogs and live only a block away. A better surface would be a huge improvement!
My dog and I use the park almost every day. It's helped him become socialized with other dogs during the pandemic, and we've made a few friends (2 and 4 legged). The dog park was a great addition when it started but newer parks around the city are better equipped. Would love to see improvements here at LeDroit.
The dog park is a source of community and an amazing resource. Providing improvements so that our furry friends can enjoy more would be amazing.
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Help us win some grant money!
We, the residents who live near the Park at LeDroit, are applying for a grant so that we can make some much-needed improvements to the dog park. Help us by showing your support--all that's needed is your signature!
As many of you know, though improvements have been made by dog owners, the park’s old decomposed granite surface is thin, dusty, and sits atop a cement slab that renders the park unusable for much of the year because water doesn't drain out. We've also experienced a great increase in usage this past year as many of us have sheltered in our homes alongside our furry companions...and even more have adopted pandemic pups!
We'd love to modernize the dog park and update it so that the community’s dogs can have a safe and clean space to play. Some of our dream improvements include:
- A drainage system so rain and snow is directed toward the swale at the south end of the park
- Astroturf so that dogs don't get dusty or muddy when they do their doggy rolls
- Concrete walkways which will make the park more accessible to people with mobility issues
- A shade system so our pups and their people can hang out on hot sunny days
- Play equipment like rocks to climb on and maybe even a water feature so dogs can cool off in summertime
Of course, we as a community will continue to support the park by holding regular clean-ups and will work with public officials to galvanize more support for park maintenance and upkeep!
Sign on to show that we wholeheartedly support the Friends of LeDroit Park’s petition for funds to update and modernize the field!
Updates
April 7, 2021
The momentum surrounding our proposal for the LeDroit dog park has grown significantly. This collective interest demonstrates how vital this space is for our neighborhood and our companions. We are using this positive energy to advance our discussions with local officials.
36 Comments
I don’t use the dog park section because my dogs are scared of other dogs, but it is such a great resource to the community and allows those folks whose dogs love the park to use the facility. I am very much in support of this amenity, even as a non-user.
The park is beautiful, but the dog park component needs some attention. I'd take my white dog there more frequently if not for the dust and dirt. Astroturf would be a welcome improvement.
We live in Bloomingdale, but we usually take our dog all the way to Alethia Tanner park in NE, because it has turf to keep our pet clean, exercise equipment to jump on, and a water fountain to keep her hydrated. Hope we can make similar improvements at LeDroit, so that our doggy can hang out with friends closer to home.
Our dog and kids LOVE THE DOG PARK. All those improvements would make it so much better. In particular, we cant go after rain as it is too muddy.
Because of the bad condition of the surface, we don't use the dog park now, although we have 2 dogs and live only a block away. A better surface would be a huge improvement!
My dog and I use the park almost every day. It's helped him become socialized with other dogs during the pandemic, and we've made a few friends (2 and 4 legged). The dog park was a great addition when it started but newer parks around the city are better equipped. Would love to see improvements here at LeDroit.
The dog park is a source of community and an amazing resource. Providing improvements so that our furry friends can enjoy more would be amazing.
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I don’t use the dog park section because my dogs are scared of other dogs, but it is such a great resource to the community and allows those folks whose dogs love the park to use the facility. I am very much in support of this amenity, even as a non-user.