The Town of Altona is asking residents to weigh in on the future of its temporary dog park, which will need to be relocated this spring.
The current park sits on town-owned land that has been designated for another use, meaning the temporary structure will have to move once the ground thaws.
Town officials have launched a short public survey to gather feedback on where the park should go next, and what amenities users would like to see included.
The proposed new location is beside Bridge Skate Park. The survey asks residents whether they support that site or would prefer to suggest an alternative. It also asks for input on potential features for the park.
If the proposed location is approved, the plan is to move the existing temporary structure directly to the new site. This approach would keep downtime to a minimum.
Whether a permanent dog park becomes part of the town’s long–term plans will depend largely on community interest.
Officials note that many of Altona’s recreation facilities have been community-led projects, and the survey is intended to gauge whether there is enough support to form a committee and begin those discussions to explore the development of a permanent dog park in the future. When completing the survey, participants can leave their contact information if they are interested in joining said committee.
The survey will remain open until March 4. You can find the survey online at altona.ca or pick up a paper copy from the Town offices.
