Vote for New Dog Park Location

Des Plaines city officials and residents gathered to discuss options for a proposed dog park at on Wednesday. One of the proposed locations was purchased by the city for a new fire station that was never built.

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Tim Oakley, director of , said the three proposed locations for a new dog park were:

1. The northernmost site at the intersection of Central Road and the Canadian National railroad tracks, located about midway between Wolf and Des Plaines River roads. Approximately 1.8 acres, 300 feet wide by 270 feet long. Approximate cost, $200,000.

2. Southernmost location at Lee Street and Prospect Avenue, most centrally-located. Approximately 2.7 acres, 200 feet wide by 520 feet long. Approximate cost, $300,000.

3. Property for sale by the state of Illinois, east of Des Plaines River Road and abutting Willow Creek at 477 S. Des Plaines River Road. Approximately .8 acre. Approximate cost, $350,000.

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