The City of Kent and a community group of dog owners are working to create an off-leash dog park on the East Hill. Currently, many dog owners are taking their dogs to Clark Lake Park between 248th and 240th which does not have an off-leash area. The new area will be on 248th street between 104th, directly between Morrill Meadows Park and East Hill Park. The off-leash dog park will consist of approximately three acres of land and provide space for both large and small dogs.
Work parties are needed to help raise funds for the work and to clear invasive plants which have gotten out of control in the area. The first work party is scheduled for Saturday, March 27 from 9 am to noon. If you’d like to help, call 253-856-5110 or email B. J. Levenhagen with the city.
I’m a little confused…is East Hill definitely getting the park, or do they need to raise funds and get workers before it can be built? Little confusion between the headline and the opening sentences of both paragraphs.
Good question! It is my understanding that the park is going to happen. However, due to staffing and budget cuts, volunteers are needed to help make it a reality. This could include fundraising, initial work to clear the park, and ongoing maintenance.
Thanks for the (fast!) reply, Dana.
Hey, Paul. NOW I know why your name sounded familiar. Small world, eh? ~ Dana