On May 7, a number of advocates for an off-leash dog area in Markey Park appealed to NORDC yet again regarding the renovations to Markey Park that have not included the community's wishes to have an off-leash dog area. They received the same argument from NORDC that kids come before dogs. However, Wisner Park is getting a dog run, despite statements that dogs will never be allowed or legal in NORDC facilities.
Members of Save Markey Park continue to engage NORDC at the highest levels by meeting with them regarding changing zoning, identifying spaces, and reviewing the budget. Markey Park is not even included in NORDC's new budget.
Currently, Markey Park's renovations include an alarming amount of shrubbery which make large portions of the park unusable. The park appears to be a place developers and relators can show off to potential byers. A more usable park would cost money to maintain.
NORDC has the gall to say they will not take parks away from children, but the shrubs are not child-friendly. Most of the shaded area in the park is filled with shrubbery, and people, dogs, and children will not be able to exercise or rest in shrubs.
Here is a video with commentary regarding the renovations.
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