October 6

Seattle Parks recruiting park users for focus groups on dog parks and more

Local News, Parks

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Seattle Dog ParksYou may recall the Seattle Parks survey on off-leash dog parks that we posted on back in July. The survey was just part 1 of a 3-part approach to arrive at a plan for dog parks (aka off-leash areas or OLAs). The OLA Strategic plan will identify a long-term plan for the City’s existing 14 OLAs, and for maintenance, acquisition, and expansion of OLA projects.

Dog owners and non-dog owners alike are encouraged to participate. The City is looking for people use the Parks system; it’s ultimately seeking a diverse group of people who can speak for the variety of uses and needs our Park system serves.

The focus groups will consist of conversations about how the City can balance the needs of people and dogs in parks. There are currently only 14 Off Leash Areas in the entire city, and only one on Queen Anne at Lower Kinnear Park – a great location for those on Lower Queen Anne/Uptown, but not so convenient for those residents further up the hill or on North Queen Anne.

To participate, fill out the online form and at the end of the questionnaire, you’ll be able to choose from seven different meeting times/places:

  • Tuesday 10/13, 6-8pm, Green Lake Community Center
  • Thursday 10/15, 6-8pm, Camp Long
  • Saturday 10/17, 10-12pm, Jefferson Golf Clubhouse
  • Saturday 10/17, 1:30-3:30pm, Garfield Community Center
  • Tuesday 10/20, 9:30-11:30am, Magnuson Campus
  • Wednesday 10/21, 6:30-8:30pm, Bitter Lake Community Center
  • Tuesday 10/27, 6-8pm, Magnolia Community Center

Apply to participate in a focus group here by Friday, October 9th. The City will contact you on Monday, October 12th if you’re selected to join in the discussion, and keep the momentum going on getting more dog parks in the city.


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