Thanks to the City of Troy for Beman Park's New Dog Park
Target:
The City Council of Troy, NY, Mayor Harry Tutunjian, Deputy Mayor Dan Crawley, et al.
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We, the undersigned, wish to thank the City of Troy, NY, its City Council, and all those in city government responsible for the creation of the Beman Park Dog Park.
In the words of the American Kennel Club, the creation of a dog park benefits and serves the entire public, as follows:
"Allows dogs to exercise and socialize safely. Puppies and adult dogs need room to run, and enclosed play areas permit them to do so while preventing them from endangering themselves and others (for example, by running into the path of an oncoming vehicle). In addition, dogs who are accustomed to playing with animals and people other than their owners are more likely to be well-socialized and react well toward strangers.
"Promotes responsible dog ownership. Dog parks prevent off-leash animals from infringing on the rights of other community residents and park users such as joggers, small children, and those who may be fearful of dogs. Parks also make it easier for a city to enforce its leash laws, as resident dog owners with park access have no reason to allow their canine companions off-leash when outside of the park.
"Provides an outlet for dog owners to socialize. Dog parks are a great place for owners to meet other people with common interests. The love people share for their dogs reaches beyond economic and social barriers and helps to foster a sense of community. Park users also benefit from the opportunity to ask questions of other owners and find solutions to problems they might be having with their pet.
"Make for a better community by promoting public health and safety. Well-exercised dogs are better neighbors who are less likely to create a nuisance, bark excessively and destroy property. Their presence in the park, along with their owners, also helps to deter crime."
For being progressively-minded and acting upon the ability to inclusively extend the City of Troy's recreational space, we, again, thank YOU.
In the words of the American Kennel Club, the creation of a dog park benefits and serves the entire public, as follows:
"Allows dogs to exercise and socialize safely. Puppies and adult dogs need room to run, and enclosed play areas permit them to do so while preventing them from endangering themselves and others (for example, by running into the path of an oncoming vehicle). In addition, dogs who are accustomed to playing with animals and people other than their owners are more likely to be well-socialized and react well toward strangers.
"Promotes responsible dog ownership. Dog parks prevent off-leash animals from infringing on the rights of other community residents and park users such as joggers, small children, and those who may be fearful of dogs. Parks also make it easier for a city to enforce its leash laws, as resident dog owners with park access have no reason to allow their canine companions off-leash when outside of the park.
"Provides an outlet for dog owners to socialize. Dog parks are a great place for owners to meet other people with common interests. The love people share for their dogs reaches beyond economic and social barriers and helps to foster a sense of community. Park users also benefit from the opportunity to ask questions of other owners and find solutions to problems they might be having with their pet.
"Make for a better community by promoting public health and safety. Well-exercised dogs are better neighbors who are less likely to create a nuisance, bark excessively and destroy property. Their presence in the park, along with their owners, also helps to deter crime."
For being progressively-minded and acting upon the ability to inclusively extend the City of Troy's recreational space, we, again, thank YOU.
We, the undersigned, wish to thank the City of Troy, NY, its City Council, and all those in city government responsible for the creation of the Beman Park Dog Park.
In the words of the American Kennel Club, the creation of a dog park benefits and serves the entire public, as follows:
"Allows dogs to exercise and socialize safely. Puppies and adult dogs need room to run, and enclosed play areas permit them to do so while preventing them from endangering themselves and others (for example, by running into the path of an oncoming vehicle). In addition, dogs who are accustomed to playing with animals and people other than their owners are more likely to be well-socialized and react well toward strangers.
"Promotes responsible dog ownership. Dog parks prevent off-leash animals from infringing on the rights of other community residents and park users such as joggers, small children, and those who may be fearful of dogs. Parks also make it easier for a city to enforce its leash laws, as resident dog owners with park access have no reason to allow their canine companions off-leash when outside of the park.
"Provides an outlet for dog owners to socialize. Dog parks are a great place for owners to meet other people with common interests. The love people share for their dogs reaches beyond economic and social barriers and helps to foster a sense of community. Park users also benefit from the opportunity to ask questions of other owners and find solutions to problems they might be having with their pet.
"Make for a better community by promoting public health and safety. Well-exercised dogs are better neighbors who are less likely to create a nuisance, bark excessively and destroy property. Their presence in the park, along with their owners, also helps to deter crime."
For being progressively-minded and acting upon the ability to inclusively extend the City of Troy's recreational space, we, again, thank YOU.
In the words of the American Kennel Club, the creation of a dog park benefits and serves the entire public, as follows:
"Allows dogs to exercise and socialize safely. Puppies and adult dogs need room to run, and enclosed play areas permit them to do so while preventing them from endangering themselves and others (for example, by running into the path of an oncoming vehicle). In addition, dogs who are accustomed to playing with animals and people other than their owners are more likely to be well-socialized and react well toward strangers.
"Promotes responsible dog ownership. Dog parks prevent off-leash animals from infringing on the rights of other community residents and park users such as joggers, small children, and those who may be fearful of dogs. Parks also make it easier for a city to enforce its leash laws, as resident dog owners with park access have no reason to allow their canine companions off-leash when outside of the park.
"Provides an outlet for dog owners to socialize. Dog parks are a great place for owners to meet other people with common interests. The love people share for their dogs reaches beyond economic and social barriers and helps to foster a sense of community. Park users also benefit from the opportunity to ask questions of other owners and find solutions to problems they might be having with their pet.
"Make for a better community by promoting public health and safety. Well-exercised dogs are better neighbors who are less likely to create a nuisance, bark excessively and destroy property. Their presence in the park, along with their owners, also helps to deter crime."
For being progressively-minded and acting upon the ability to inclusively extend the City of Troy's recreational space, we, again, thank YOU.
One Monument Square
Troy, NY 12180
citycouncil@troyny.gov
MayorsOffice@Troyny.gov
We signed the "Thanks to the City of Troy for Beman Park's New Dog Park" petition!
# 137:
5:23 am PDT, Sep 10,
Madeline Aldea, Romania
# 136:
7:53 am PDT, Sep 8,
Amanda LaPell, New York
I have three dogs and a postage stamp size back yard. Both neighbors on each side of me also have dogs. THEY DON'T HAVE ANYWHERES TO PLAY. Please give us all a dog park...
I have three dogs and a postage stamp size back yard. Both neighbors on each side of me also have dogs. THEY DON'T HAVE ANYWHERES TO PLAY. Please give us all a dog park...
# 135:
4:17 pm PDT, Jul 9,
James Ruffer, New York
Thank you from our puppy Hallie.
Thank you from our puppy Hallie.
# 134:
8:16 am PDT, Jul 9,
Katira Tejeda, Massachusetts
# 133:
10:06 am PDT, Jul 8,
Melanie Driver, South Africa
# 132:
11:39 am PDT, Jul 5,
VICTORIA BiNCHI, Illinois
# 131:
9:30 am PDT, Jul 4,
Niche Epps, Delaware
# 130:
5:30 pm PDT, Jun 29,
Eric Pulvino, New York
I think this is a wonderful addition to Beman Park and the neighborhood at large!
I think this is a wonderful addition to Beman Park and the neighborhood at large!
# 129:
11:07 am PDT, Jun 29,
Diane Michaelsen, New York
My dog, Comma, loves running around the dog parks. Since we live in South Troy, it's difficult to get her enough exercise just from her daily walks. To this end, we (Comma and I) appreciate the dog parks immensely, and consider them an integral part of the various neighborhoods around Albany County.
My dog, Comma, loves running around the dog parks. Since we live in South Troy, it's difficult to get her enough exercise just from her daily walks. To this end, we (Comma and I) appreciate the dog parks immensely, and consider them an integral part of the various neighborhoods around Albany County.
# 128:
11:17 pm PDT, Jun 28,
Kat Yazzie, Kansas
# 127:
7:06 am PDT, Jun 25,
Kevin Fodness, New York
Having a dog park in Beman Park was a great idea. It is a real benefit for all users of the park - dog owners, dogs, and the dog-averse.
Having a dog park in Beman Park was a great idea. It is a real benefit for all users of the park - dog owners, dogs, and the dog-averse.
# 126:
1:03 am PDT, Jun 25,
Katie Booth, New York
# 125:
11:24 am PDT, Jun 24,
Kathleen Athearn, North Carolina
# 124:
12:28 pm PDT, Jun 23,
Elana Glinert, New York
The Dog Park is the best thing that has happened to Beman Park!!! A great way for Troy residents to socialize with their dogs!!!
The Dog Park is the best thing that has happened to Beman Park!!! A great way for Troy residents to socialize with their dogs!!!
# 123:
7:48 am PDT, Jun 23,
Name not displayed, New York
# 122:
7:02 am PDT, Jun 23,
Matthew Rolph, New York
I am glad there is a Beman Park Dog Park.
I am glad there is a Beman Park Dog Park.
# 121:
5:44 am PDT, Jun 23,
Sean Ferguson, New York
Coming from a city, Chicago, that promotes dog parks I can attest to the important of socializing dogs. They are better controlled, less aggressive, and it allows neighborhood children to visit and become accustomed to being around these animals. One child who was initially afraid of dogs ended up starting his own dog walking business during the summer. If the issue of concern for the concerned citizen is upkeep or similar item then ask the interested signatories to take care of the park, you won't have any difficulty.
Coming from a city, Chicago, that promotes dog parks I can attest to the important of socializing dogs. They are better controlled, less aggressive, and it allows neighborhood children to visit and become accustomed to being around these animals. One child who was initially afraid of dogs ended up starting his own dog walking business during the summer. If the issue of concern for the concerned citizen is upkeep or similar item then ask the interested signatories to take care of the park, you won't have any difficulty.
# 120:
12:28 am PDT, Jun 23,
Jennifer King, New York
# 119:
11:49 pm PDT, Jun 22,
Daile O'Connor, New Jersey
# 118:
9:57 pm PDT, Jun 22,
Name not displayed, New York
I never imagined a dog park in Troy. It reflects the progress of the city as a potential modern community meeting the needs of it's residents. Why would they get rid of it?
I never imagined a dog park in Troy. It reflects the progress of the city as a potential modern community meeting the needs of it's residents. Why would they get rid of it?
# 117:
8:25 pm PDT, Jun 22,
Jay Zalinger, New York
They just opened this park! The dogs of downtown Troy do not have ANY space to run and socialize. Dog parks are a wonderful, healthy social space. Please keep it going.
They just opened this park! The dogs of downtown Troy do not have ANY space to run and socialize. Dog parks are a wonderful, healthy social space. Please keep it going.
# 116:
3:37 pm PDT, Jun 22,
Danika Patrick, Connecticut
I have been going to school in Troy for years and the dog park was one of my favorite places in Troy. It is a resource and a special offer you have to a variety of people and pet owners. The loss of pet access to Beman Park would keep me from returning to Troy as a past resident, and from recommending it to friends.
I have been going to school in Troy for years and the dog park was one of my favorite places in Troy. It is a resource and a special offer you have to a variety of people and pet owners. The loss of pet access to Beman Park would keep me from returning to Troy as a past resident, and from recommending it to friends.
# 115:
1:12 pm PDT, Jun 22,
Meribeth Bromage, Massachusetts
What would be the point of closing a dog park? Keep the dog parks for all those dog owners and their happy pets. Imagine the unhappiness if they didn't have someplace to go and play with other canine......
What would be the point of closing a dog park? Keep the dog parks for all those dog owners and their happy pets. Imagine the unhappiness if they didn't have someplace to go and play with other canine......
# 114:
11:48 am PDT, Jun 22,
Bryan Kahrs, New York
There are no open areas for dogs in Troy, and this directly effects their health (via exercise) and socialization/temperament. I think this is a wonderful idea, and it causes little (if no) impact on the taxpayer and takes up a small area of the park that has been neglected for years. Local residents have taken it upon themselves to make use of this park in a way that benefits dog owners. Let's try to move this city forward, as opposed to constantly fighting progression.
There are no open areas for dogs in Troy, and this directly effects their health (via exercise) and socialization/temperament. I think this is a wonderful idea, and it causes little (if no) impact on the taxpayer and takes up a small area of the park that has been neglected for years. Local residents have taken it upon themselves to make use of this park in a way that benefits dog owners. Let's try to move this city forward, as opposed to constantly fighting progression.
# 113:
7:04 am PDT, Jun 22,
Sarah Rosenblatt, New York
# 112:
6:53 am PDT, Jun 22,
Name not displayed, New York
There should be more dog parks in troy and the capital district. So many people have dogs but almost all of them live in apartments with either out a back yard or a very small one. I have 2 myself and after just moving back from houston texas where they are dog parks everywhere this is kind of upsetting. Lets move forword Troy. Help our friends out.
There should be more dog parks in troy and the capital district. So many people have dogs but almost all of them live in apartments with either out a back yard or a very small one. I have 2 myself and after just moving back from houston texas where they are dog parks everywhere this is kind of upsetting. Lets move forword Troy. Help our friends out.
# 111:
8:32 pm PDT, Jun 21,
Name not displayed, Pennsylvania
# 110:
8:13 pm PDT, Jun 21,
Charlotte Root, New York
Thank you so much for keeping this dog park open. I firmly believe that multipurpose and multi-use public spaces not only increase property values, they have the potential to catalyze community development through interpersonal interactions of varying and multiplicitous degrees, creating opportunities for community growth, public education, health, and creative interaction.
Thank you so much for keeping this dog park open. I firmly believe that multipurpose and multi-use public spaces not only increase property values, they have the potential to catalyze community development through interpersonal interactions of varying and multiplicitous degrees, creating opportunities for community growth, public education, health, and creative interaction.
# 109:
7:52 pm PDT, Jun 21,
Tatiana Costa, Brazil
# 108:
12:44 pm PDT, Jun 21,
Molly Mulligan, New York
Taking away the dog park, will just promote irresponsible dog ownership. People need a place to let their dogs socialize and run around off leash with other dogs. This helps the dogs interact well with strange people and animals alike and prevents the dogs from becoming mean and aggressive!
Taking away the dog park, will just promote irresponsible dog ownership. People need a place to let their dogs socialize and run around off leash with other dogs. This helps the dogs interact well with strange people and animals alike and prevents the dogs from becoming mean and aggressive!
# 107:
12:43 pm PDT, Jun 21,
Kristen Bouley, Massachusetts
# 106:
12:28 pm PDT, Jun 21,
Monica Maestas, Oregon
# 105:
11:39 am PDT, Jun 21,
Lindsay Bromage, New York
# 104:
6:20 am PDT, Jun 21,
Robert Jacobs, New York
# 103:
7:21 am PDT, Jun 18,
SANDRA ROCHA, Portugal
# 102:
3:32 am PDT, Jun 18,
Maryanne Pepe, New York
Thank you to the City of Troy. The addition of this dog park only adds the the sense of the neighborhood that the Beman Park area has been working so hard to maintain. Thank you for your support and understanding of the need for our pets!
Thank you to the City of Troy. The addition of this dog park only adds the the sense of the neighborhood that the Beman Park area has been working so hard to maintain. Thank you for your support and understanding of the need for our pets!
# 101:
1:17 am PDT, Jun 18,
Florence Stanley, Australia
