City seeks input on proposed dog park

LaFayette will hold two meetings this month for public input on the city’s plans for a dog park.

The park, tentatively set to open May 1, will be built at the Ross Abney Complex beside the old LaFayette High School football field.

LaFayette Recreations Director Jason Shattuck said the meetings will be held Monday, March 20, and Tuesday, March 21, at 6 p.m. at the recreation center at 708 Foster Mill Drive.

Shattuck said the city wants to become more dog-friendly, like Dalton, which has a similar dog park.

The cost of setting up the park, mostly fencing, will be probably be between $2,300 and $3,100.

Shattuck said the goal is to have a fenced park for larger dogs and another one for smaller dogs.

After the dogs enter the holding area, they will be unleashed and released inside the park, where they are free to run and play, Shattuck said.

“Doggie doo” stations would be available.

There will be ramps, slides, and an agility area for the dogs to enjoy as well as security lights when it is dark.

The park will be open from dawn to dusk.

The park is for passive, nonaggressive dogs.

“If you have any questions or concerns, call me at the recreation center,” Shattuck said.

Shattuck can be reached by calling 706-639-1590.