Comments for South Loop Dog Park Action Cooperative http://southloopdogpac.org Support your local dog parks! Mon, 21 Nov 2011 01:10:40 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Comment on Churchill Park by Sam http://southloopdogpac.org/south-loop-dog-parks/dog-parks/churchill-park/comment-page-1/#comment-1863 Sam Mon, 21 Nov 2011 01:10:40 +0000 http://southloopdogpac.org/?page_id=2073#comment-1863 Note: If you take your dog offleash in the adjacent grassy park area, you WILL be ticketed by police and the fines are steep-- $300-500. Note: If you take your dog offleash in the adjacent grassy park area, you WILL be ticketed by police and the fines are steep– $300-500.

]]> Comment on Fred Anderson Park Development Plans by Cindy Molitor http://southloopdogpac.org/2011/06/fred-anderson-park-development-plans/comment-page-1/#comment-1817 Cindy Molitor Mon, 31 Oct 2011 20:46:49 +0000 http://southloopdogpac.org/?p=1824#comment-1817 Perhaps I am confused on the drawings of the park - but in the last rendition there is a covered stage and greeting area? Why is that needed for a dog park? I am 100% behind having a dog park at 16th and Wabash - hopefully it can be an actual DOG PARK and not an entertainment area for others. This is desperately needed in the south loop. Thank you! Perhaps I am confused on the drawings of the park – but in the last rendition there is a covered stage and greeting area? Why is that needed for a dog park? I am 100% behind having a dog park at 16th and Wabash – hopefully it can be an actual DOG PARK and not an entertainment area for others. This is desperately needed in the south loop. Thank you!

]]> Comment on Coliseum DFA gravel areas – a proposal by Installation of gravel fencing at GBP » South Loop Dog Park Action Cooperative http://southloopdogpac.org/2009/11/coliseum-dfa-gravel-areas-worth-it-to-change/comment-page-1/#comment-1789 Installation of gravel fencing at GBP » South Loop Dog Park Action Cooperative Wed, 19 Oct 2011 01:57:43 +0000 http://southloopdogpac.org/?p=1020#comment-1789 [...] are good ways to design pea-gravel relief areas, and we’ve posted an example of a properly excavated space at a local condominium complex before. That area is fairly small, was extensively excavated, and [...] [...] are good ways to design pea-gravel relief areas, and we’ve posted an example of a properly excavated space at a local condominium complex before. That area is fairly small, was extensively excavated, and [...]

]]> Comment on Dog Park Proposals for 16th & Wabash by A new South Loop dog park blog! » South Loop Dog Park Action Cooperative http://southloopdogpac.org/2010/12/dog-park-proposals-for-16th-wabash/comment-page-1/#comment-1764 A new South Loop dog park blog! » South Loop Dog Park Action Cooperative Fri, 07 Oct 2011 16:51:27 +0000 http://southloopdogpac.org/?p=1581#comment-1764 [...] new dog park to be built on Wabash south of 16th St.  We’ve blogged about it a couple of times (here, here, and here), too. The park was proposed by Alderman Fioretti, and the site is expected to be [...] [...] new dog park to be built on Wabash south of 16th St.  We’ve blogged about it a couple of times (here, here, and here), too. The park was proposed by Alderman Fioretti, and the site is expected to be [...]

]]> Comment on 16th & Wabash Dog Park Proposal Shrinks 33% by dfreymann http://southloopdogpac.org/2011/04/16th-wabash-dog-park-proposal-shrinks-33/comment-page-1/#comment-1762 dfreymann Wed, 05 Oct 2011 21:58:20 +0000 http://southloopdogpac.org/?p=1754#comment-1762 I hear you @southlooper, but I think a tiny patch of asphalt is much worse for recreational activity with your dog than almost any other type of open area. (For one, an active dog can easily tear up its paw pads fetching balls on asphalt! There are others.) Some have suggested that the City could save millions of dollars simply by providing a carefully tended open field in that lot! I guarantee you that would be a welcomed space. But we have no idea what final design the Chicago Park District folks will propose – perhaps it will be a magical space for the dog community and for the surrounding neighborhood. But perhaps, more likely, the CPD will design ‘to policy’– for which, take a look at the tiny asphalt ‘dog parks’ that have opened in the last year or so in Chicago. IMHO it’s important that we don’t ‘settle’. There’s no question that there are tight space constraints in the city. But that, particularly, makes this a situation that calls for creativity and vision. And for making sure that the voices of those who respect their dogs as more than simply ‘animals that pee and poo’ are heard. I hear you @southlooper, but I think a tiny patch of asphalt is much worse for recreational activity with your dog than almost any other type of open area. (For one, an active dog can easily tear up its paw pads fetching balls on asphalt! There are others.) Some have suggested that the City could save millions of dollars simply by providing a carefully tended open field in that lot! I guarantee you that would be a welcomed space. But we have no idea what final design the Chicago Park District folks will propose – perhaps it will be a magical space for the dog community and for the surrounding neighborhood. But perhaps, more likely, the CPD will design ‘to policy’– for which, take a look at the tiny asphalt ‘dog parks’ that have opened in the last year or so in Chicago. IMHO it’s important that we don’t ‘settle’. There’s no question that there are tight space constraints in the city. But that, particularly, makes this a situation that calls for creativity and vision. And for making sure that the voices of those who respect their dogs as more than simply ‘animals that pee and poo’ are heard.

]]> Comment on 16th & Wabash Dog Park Proposal Shrinks 33% by southlooper http://southloopdogpac.org/2011/04/16th-wabash-dog-park-proposal-shrinks-33/comment-page-1/#comment-1761 southlooper Wed, 05 Oct 2011 21:25:09 +0000 http://southloopdogpac.org/?p=1754#comment-1761 any type of park is better than an empty lot. take what you can before the city gives us nothing. i am also a dog owner so any type of area for our dogs is better than nothing. any type of park is better than an empty lot. take what you can before the city gives us nothing. i am also a dog owner so any type of area for our dogs is better than nothing.

]]> Comment on Norwood Park Dog Park by sldogpac http://southloopdogpac.org/south-loop-dog-parks/dog-parks/norwood-park-dog-park/comment-page-1/#comment-1720 sldogpac Wed, 31 Aug 2011 15:18:01 +0000 http://southloopdogpac.org/?page_id=2140#comment-1720 Notice from the 41st Ward Alderman, as posted on the Norwood Dog Park Facebook page: <pre> August 26, 2011 Dear Residents, Over the last three months, my office has received countless telephone calls, emails, and weekly office visits regarding the Dog Friendly Area at Norwood Park. As a result, my staff and I have spent considerable time and energy on this issue in the hopes of finding a compromise. While we have faced many other pressing issues in the ward which have required immediate attention, we have always taken the time to listen to everyone's ideas and opinions on the DFA. In order for my staff and I to run a productive ward office that can serve the interests of all my constituents, I am respectfully asking that you allow me to work this out internally with officials from the Chicago Park District. Moving forward, my staff and I will keep you informed of any new developments as we continue to work toward a suitable resolution to the current situation. The DFA hours will now be as follows: Friday, August 26, 2011 - Sunday, September 4, 2011 9:00am - 8:00pm Monday, September 5, 2011 (Labor Day) 10:00am- 4:00pm From September 5th forward Monday - Friday 9:00am - 8:00pm Saturday - Sunday 9:00am - 5:00pm The Norwood Park staff will open and close the DFA. Please note Park District holiday hours will apply. Again, I appreciate all your input and understanding regarding the Norwood Park Dog Friendly Area. Respectfully, Mary O'Connor Alderman, 41st Ward </pre> Notice from the 41st Ward Alderman, as posted on the Norwood Dog Park Facebook page: 

August 26, 2011 

Dear Residents,

Over the last three months, my office has received countless telephone calls,
emails, and weekly office visits regarding the Dog Friendly Area at Norwood Park.
As a result, my staff and I have spent considerable time and energy on this issue
in the hopes of finding a compromise.

While we have faced many other pressing issues in the ward which have required
immediate attention, we have always taken the time to listen to everyone's ideas
and opinions on the DFA.

In order for my staff and I to run a productive ward office that can serve the
interests of all my constituents, I am respectfully asking that you allow me to
work this out internally with officials from the Chicago Park District.

Moving forward, my staff and I will keep you informed of any new developments
as we continue to work toward a suitable resolution to the current situation. 

The DFA hours will now be as follows:

Friday, August 26, 2011 - Sunday, September 4, 2011
9:00am - 8:00pm

Monday, September 5, 2011 (Labor Day)
10:00am- 4:00pm

From September 5th forward
Monday - Friday 9:00am - 8:00pm
Saturday - Sunday 9:00am - 5:00pm

The Norwood Park staff will open and close the DFA. Please note Park District
holiday hours will apply.

Again, I appreciate all your input and understanding regarding the Norwood Park
Dog Friendly Area.

Respectfully,

Mary O'Connor
Alderman, 41st Ward
]]> Comment on Norwood Park Dog Park by Noreen Natale http://southloopdogpac.org/south-loop-dog-parks/dog-parks/norwood-park-dog-park/comment-page-1/#comment-1716 Noreen Natale Sat, 20 Aug 2011 23:55:37 +0000 http://southloopdogpac.org/?page_id=2140#comment-1716 I love this dog park. Sadly, I had to put down one of my English Springer Spaniels (Charley) this week. The remaining dog, 11-year old Dude, discovered the park this week. We've been going to the park all week to distract The Dude from the loss of his buddy. This park is a real asset to the community. The dogs are friendly and placeful. Their people are conscientious, keeping everything clean and being good neighbors to all. I felt like a welcome member, as did The Dude. Neal, thank you so much for your work in producing their neighborhood center. I love this dog park. Sadly, I had to put down one of my English Springer Spaniels (Charley) this week. The remaining dog, 11-year old Dude, discovered the park this week. We’ve been going to the park all week to distract The Dude from the loss of his buddy.

This park is a real asset to the community. The dogs are friendly and placeful. Their people are conscientious, keeping everything clean and being good neighbors to all. I felt like a welcome member, as did The Dude. Neal, thank you so much for your work in producing their neighborhood center.

]]> Comment on A new dog park in Bronzeville? by sldogpac http://southloopdogpac.org/2010/12/a-new-dog-park-in-bronzeville/comment-page-1/#comment-1715 sldogpac Sat, 20 Aug 2011 22:54:25 +0000 http://southloopdogpac.org/?p=1562#comment-1715 We've been in touch with Ephraim Lee and have been contacted for advice by at least four others who were interested in initiating or becoming involved in getting a dog park in the Bronzeville area. We'll try to keep putting people in touch with each other - it seems like there's certainly a nucleus of interest in pushing the idea forward. A dog beach around 31/Lakeshore could be a huge asset for the community - a great idea! We’ve been in touch with Ephraim Lee and have been contacted for advice by at least four others who were interested in initiating or becoming involved in getting a dog park in the Bronzeville area. We’ll try to keep putting people in touch with each other – it seems like there’s certainly a nucleus of interest in pushing the idea forward.

A dog beach around 31/Lakeshore could be a huge asset for the community – a great idea!

]]> Comment on A new dog park in Bronzeville? by Andrew Chan http://southloopdogpac.org/2010/12/a-new-dog-park-in-bronzeville/comment-page-1/#comment-1714 Andrew Chan Sat, 20 Aug 2011 21:28:27 +0000 http://southloopdogpac.org/?p=1562#comment-1714 I just move to Bronzeville, and there is absolutely no place for our four legs friend to play. Have any one see the one by wabash and 14th? What is it? A CAGE!!! How about a dog beach on 31 and lake shore? No dog park at all in the whole south Chicago, please let us know how we could help. I just move to Bronzeville, and there is absolutely no place for our four legs friend to play.
Have any one see the one by wabash and 14th? What is it? A CAGE!!! How about a dog beach on 31 and lake shore? No dog park at all in the whole south Chicago, please let us know how we could help.

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