The Parks Department has officially approved the installation of a permanent fenced-in dog run at Saratoga Park. Thank you for your commitment to this project. We will monitor the site preparation process to ensure the final result serves our community well.
The dog-friends and park users of Saratoga Park in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, would like a permanent, fenced-in dog run to be created in one of the currently lightly-used areas of Saratoga Park. The proposed dog run would be beneficial to both general park users and those with dogs, as it would create a dedicated space where dogs can be safely exercised off-leash during all open park hours. Residents who wish to use the park, but who are uncomfortable around dogs, will have greater peace of mind while using the park, and our local canine friends who love to run and play with their buddies will be able to get the kind of social interaction and exercise that they need, without being restricted to a narrow window of time; the current hours of off-leash - before 9AM and after 9PM - can be difficult for those who are unable to go to the park during those hours due to work or family obligations. We appreciate your support, and thank you for signing this petition for a dog run in Saratoga Park!
I have been reviewing the feedback provided in the comments to better understand how a dedicated run will improve the experience for all park visitors. These perspectives are essential as I prepare to present our proposal to the local community board.
August 26, 2021
The momentum behind this proposal indicates a clear desire for improved recreational facilities in Saratoga Park. This community consensus provides a strong foundation as I prepare to present our request to the local authorities.
Reached 100 supporters
August 26, 2021
73 Comments
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Kelly Britton
1 year ago
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We would love to see this happen as a local dog owner and a parent who worries about dogs off leash in the main park.
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Andrea Miller
3 years ago
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We need a park here! There aren’t any dog parks in the area, we have to walk really far or take transit. There’s so much space that is only partially used at any time
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Sarita Mann
4 years ago
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I forgot to add, the current before 9AM and after 9PM off-leash hours should not be removed if and when an allocated dog run is added.
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Sarita Mann
4 years ago
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One of the 4 quadrants of the park can easily be allocated for a higher fenced dog run. Currently the middle of the park has a high fence and dog owners feel safe having their canines there. The NE corner of Howard & Macon St is already a popular quadrant for dogs and dog owners.
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nicole
8 years ago
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people let their dogs go off leash and its getting dangerous. we need a fenced off area for dogs so irresponsible owners dont affect everyone
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Anonymous
11 years ago
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Definitely needed. I want people to feel free to bring their dogs, but I feel afraid when my baby and I are walking with the dogs off leash.
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Justin Harmond
2 months ago
There aren’t any dog parks in the area, this is long overdue
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Timothy McHugh
3 years ago
Parks are for picnics, frizbee, and to take your dog.
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The Parks Department has officially approved the installation of a permanent fenced-in dog run at Saratoga Park. Thank you for your commitment to this project. We will monitor the site preparation process to ensure the final result serves our community well.
The dog-friends and park users of Saratoga Park in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, would like a permanent, fenced-in dog run to be created in one of the currently lightly-used areas of Saratoga Park. The proposed dog run would be beneficial to both general park users and those with dogs, as it would create a dedicated space where dogs can be safely exercised off-leash during all open park hours. Residents who wish to use the park, but who are uncomfortable around dogs, will have greater peace of mind while using the park, and our local canine friends who love to run and play with their buddies will be able to get the kind of social interaction and exercise that they need, without being restricted to a narrow window of time; the current hours of off-leash - before 9AM and after 9PM - can be difficult for those who are unable to go to the park during those hours due to work or family obligations. We appreciate your support, and thank you for signing this petition for a dog run in Saratoga Park!
I have been reviewing the feedback provided in the comments to better understand how a dedicated run will improve the experience for all park visitors. These perspectives are essential as I prepare to present our proposal to the local community board.
August 26, 2021
The momentum behind this proposal indicates a clear desire for improved recreational facilities in Saratoga Park. This community consensus provides a strong foundation as I prepare to present our request to the local authorities.
Reached 100 supporters
August 26, 2021
73 Comments
K
Kelly Britton
1 year ago
Featured
We would love to see this happen as a local dog owner and a parent who worries about dogs off leash in the main park.
A
Andrea Miller
3 years ago
Featured
We need a park here! There aren’t any dog parks in the area, we have to walk really far or take transit. There’s so much space that is only partially used at any time
S
Sarita Mann
4 years ago
Featured
I forgot to add, the current before 9AM and after 9PM off-leash hours should not be removed if and when an allocated dog run is added.
S
Sarita Mann
4 years ago
Featured
One of the 4 quadrants of the park can easily be allocated for a higher fenced dog run. Currently the middle of the park has a high fence and dog owners feel safe having their canines there. The NE corner of Howard & Macon St is already a popular quadrant for dogs and dog owners.
N
nicole
8 years ago
Featured
people let their dogs go off leash and its getting dangerous. we need a fenced off area for dogs so irresponsible owners dont affect everyone
A
Anonymous
11 years ago
Featured
Definitely needed. I want people to feel free to bring their dogs, but I feel afraid when my baby and I are walking with the dogs off leash.
J
Justin Harmond
2 months ago
There aren’t any dog parks in the area, this is long overdue
T
Timothy McHugh
3 years ago
Parks are for picnics, frizbee, and to take your dog.
We would love to see this happen as a local dog owner and a parent who worries about dogs off leash in the main park.