Thank you, Monica, and everyone who responded. Since it seems like some people misunderstood my post, I just want to clarify that I personally do NOT walk my dog on the reservoir walkway, as I have always been aware of the “No Dogs” signs. I am also aware that those signs are STILL there and were NEVER taken down. Further, I am not advocating for the rule changing or staying the same; it doesn’t matter to me either way. My dog and I are happy to continue walking in other areas of the park, just as we always have. But because I like dogs, I also wouldn’t mind if the rule did change. My question was simply one asked out of curiosity, as I have observed a pretty drastic change in public behavior. Some of you said you have noticed it too, so I don’t think it’s just me. For the five+ years I walked regularly at the park before the construction, I probably saw only 1 or 2 dogs at the reservoir, total. Now, I see at least that many per week, sometimes per day. What does everyone think is the reason for this? An increase in park usage by people from other neighborhoods who are not aware of the rule or the signage? People who are aware but are weary of the restrictions placed on other aspects of their lives (in other words, another form of pandemic fatigue)? No need to respond, just food for thought. Thanks. Sent from my iPhone
On Dec 2, 2020, at 12:03 PM, Monica Watt <monicawatt931@gmail.com> wrote: Hello Emily and Neighborhood,
The short answer is no, dogs are not allowed on the upper track around the reservoir.
Officially, the list includes: No Littering No Feeding the Birds No Swimming No Skating No Wading No Bikes or Unauthorized Vehicles No Fishing No Dogs Attached is the new signage that will go up that more clearly marks what is expected. The signage has been produced, they are developing the signage installation plan now.
Best regards,
Monica Watt c: 412.818.4702 e: monicawatt931@gmail.com
On Tue, Dec 1, 2020 at 5:38 PM Emily Nicholson <emilynich@gmail.com> wrote:
Does anyone know if dogs are now allowed on the reservoir walkway? Before the construction there were “No dogs” signs and I never saw dogs up there. Since reopening, the signs are still there, yet I see people walking their dogs almost every day. As a dog-lover, it doesn’t bother me; I am just curious.
Thanks.
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