Date Submitted
2021-10-07 05:20:06
Name:
Richard Cummuskey
Reserve on Spur Street, Te Aroha (Yellow A - portion opposite netball club and BMX track)
We’re looking at turning part of the reserve on Spur Street into a fenced off-leash area. What do you think?
I like it but wouldn’t use it
Comments:
I don't have a dog, but if there is an agreed desire by dog owners to actively utilise this area, then it is a good investment. The expenditure needs to come with an agreed caveat of increased enforcement and infringement fees.
Spur Street Esplanade, Te Aroha (Yellow B - portion near the Waihou River under the footbridge)
We’re looking at expanding the current Spur Street Esplanade into an off-leash area which will be managed by a community group but available for everyone to use. What do you think?
I like it but wouldn’t use it
Comments:
I don't have a dog, but if there is an agreed desire by dog owners to actively utilise this area, then it is a good investment. The expenditure needs to come with an agreed caveat of increased enforcement and infringement fees.
Te Aroha boat ramp
We’re looking at removing the boat ramp reserve, changing it from an off-leash to an on-lead area, as it’s prone to flooding and has the Hauraki Rail Trail running through it. What do you think?
I agree, make it an on-lead area
Comments:
Proximity to the skatepark often sees unleashed dogs running in front/chasing users of the skatepark. Although I have never witnessed any agressive dogs, there is an increased risk of personal injury due to collision/obstruction - so for this reason I do not support continued use of this area as an off-leash zone.
