Provide Your Feedback on the Draft Design for Proposed Temporary Dog Run in Virginia Highlands

The Virginia Highlands Temporary Dog Run project is a proposal to develop a small portion of casual use space on the north end of Virginia Highlands Park into a temporary dog run. This space is located between the baseball diamond and the pétanque courts off 15^th Street South. The proposed dog run includes separate areas to accommodate both large and small dogs, fencing with screening in some areas, natural grass surfacing, double entry gates, maintenance gates,  repurposed and ADA accessible benches, dog waste receptacles, a message board, and standard County signage.

There is a water source (spigot) that is currently located near the proposed site and can be used to fill dog water bowls. The proposed temporary dog run will be open from sunrise to 10 p.m. in accordance with the Virginia Highlands Park hours of operation. Certain amenities in Virginia Highlands Park are currently lighted. There is potential to add lighting to the temporary dog run if there is support from the community and if there is adequate electrical capacity, infrastructure, and funding.

If approved, this park will be available for community use until a park master plan is developed for Virginia Highlands Park and there is funding to construct the improvements. The temporary dog park will also be reviewed annually to ensure it is operating safely and in accordance with the County’s policies regarding temporary park uses and facilities.

The engagement opportunity is open from now through Nov. 30.

Link to participate: https://engage.arlingtonva.us/engagement-initiatives/virginia-highlands-temporary-dog-run

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