Yard Sale Successful
The
Low Gap Dog Park Yard Sale, held Saturday, May 30, was quite a success!
Offering furniture, appliances, electronics, and clothing donated by
local supporters of the dog park, the yard sale raised "a whopping
$1,600" says spokesperson Sallie Palmer. "We now have approximately
$14,000 in the trust plus $5,000 promised to us by the state," says
Sallie.
Next, LGDP Committee will sell candy and beverages at the Ukiah Movie
Nights at Alex Thomas Plaza on June 19, July 17, August 21, and
September 4. If you'd like to help, contact Sallie at 463-3647.
The committee also will raise funds at the upcoming Pumpkin Fest. And
there may be a second LGDP Yard Sale planned for August. Visit this
website for future announcements.
Yard Sale to Benefit Dog Park
Come
to the big Yard Sale on May 30 to benefit the Low Gap Dog Park. Offered
are household items, furniture, clothing, and dog items. The yard sale
will be at 601 Mill St. in Ukiah from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bring your
well-mannered dogs!If you have items
in good
shape to donate to the sale, call coordinator Kathy Stern at 367-0615.
Volunteers also are needed to move, price, and sell items.
Update:
the
Low Gap Dog Park Committee has raised $12,000 to date, with an
additional $5,000 promosed by the State. An additional $10,000 needs to
be raised for Phase 1, the perimeter fencing for the 1+ acre site. Cash
donations are always welcome!
Dog Park Map Released
May 7, 2009: City and county officials and the Low Gap Dog Park Committee recently released a map
of the proposed park. It is approximately one acre split into two
areas, one for larger dogs and the other for smaller or timid dogs.
The park requires 1,125 feet of perimeter fencing plus 120 feet of
divider fencing. In addition, it will have a main entrance gate with
two gates leading to the separate dog areas. The park also will have
two access gates for maintenance crews.
Approximately
$12,000 has been raised toward the $20,000 needed for completion of the
one-acre park. The LGDP Committee is planning a yard sale on Saturday, May 30, to benefit the park. It will be at 601 Mill St. (at McPeak) in Ukiah from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Other fund-raising events and sponsors are being planned.
The
Low Gap Dog Park is nearly a reality. All it needs is a few more
volunteers (and a few more dollars) to be able to open in 2009. There
are many ways to help. Contact Sallie Palmer for our latest
efforts to bring a fun dog park to the Ukiah area. Please call 463-3647. Thank you!
Volunteers Needed!
March 21, 2009: Want to really
improve the lives of pets and pet owners in Mendocinco County? Please
volunteer a few hours of your time to help us with fund raising and the
yard sale. If you have items in good
shape to donate to the sale, call Sallie at 463-3647. The plan is to hold the
sale on Saturday, May 30. Volunteers will be
needed to move, price, and sell items.
The
Low Gap Dog Park is nearly a reality. All it needs is a few more
volunteers (and a few more dollars) to be able to open in 2009. There
are many ways to help. Contact Sallie Palmer for our latest
efforts to bring a fun dog park to the Ukiah area. Please call 463-3647. Thank you!
Help the Dog Park When You
Buy Groceries
March 1, 2009: The Low Gap Dog Park has been approved
to participate in the FOOD MAX/LUCKYS supermarket S.H.A.R.E.
program.
How does it work? Everytime you shop at
these supermarkets and swipe your S.H.A.R.E. card, Luckys or Food Max will
donate 3% of your total bill to the Low Gap Dog Park. It's just that easy. If you are a dog park supporter who
primarily shop at Luckys or Food Max, please contact Sallie (wellmanneredmutts@gmail.com)
to receive a S.H.A.R.E.
card. Be sure to include your mailing
address. Thank you!
Funding Still Needed For Dog Park
March 1, 2009: The state of the economy
affects everything, including fundraising for the planned dog park at Low Gap
Park. We thought we were approaching enough money to fence the area, but it now
appears that the county will require $20,000 in our account before moving
forward. More fundraisers will be required to reach that goal.
Dam Dog Walks will resume on
April 19 at 8:45 a.m. and continue each Sunday after. You and your dog can
visit with friends on a walk across the dam. Bring water for you and your dog.
All dogs must be leashed. Meet in the upper parking lot near the dam entrance
at the end of Mendocino Drive. Fun prizes can be won in a raffle benefitting
the Low Gap Dog Park. Come join the fun. If you have something to donate to the
raffle, call Sallie at 463-3647.
Plans
are also forming for a Low Gap Dog Park Yard Sale. If you have items in good
shape to donate to the sale, call Sallie at 463-3647. The plan is to hold the
sale on Saturday, May 30, probably at Observatory Park. Volunteers will be
needed to move, price, and sell items.
Low Gap Dog Park Phase 1 Fund Now Totals More Than $9,000
Dec.10, 2008: The Low Gap Dog Park Phase
I development fund now totals more than $9200.
Approximately $13,000 is needed to fence and cross-fence the one-plus
acre site at Low Gap Park. The perimeter of the designated site will be
enclosed with four-foot high chain-link fencing. A double-entry gate system
will ensure safe entrance to and exit from the park. The dog park will also be
cross-fenced with four-foot high chain-link fencing into separate large and
small dog areas. Once Phase I is completed, fundraising will continue toward
further improvements to the park, including water, shade trees or structures,
and dog play equipment.
Get a Low Gap Dog Park Tote
Bag
While they last, Low Gap Dog
Park tote bags are available for a $15 donation (shipping included) to the
development of Low Gap Dog Park. To receive your Low Gap Dog Park tote bag,
send a check or money order to Low Gap Dog Park, c/o Sallie Palmer, 3401
Deerwood Drive, Ukiah, CA 95482.
Give a Gift that will Last a
Lifetime
Make a donation to the Low
Gap Dog Park in your dog’s name, a friend’s name, or a friend’s dog’s name.
You’ll receive a certificate of appreciation. Just send your donation, with the
name of the person or dog you wish to honor, to City of Ukiah; Attn: Dog Park
Project, 411 W. Clay, Ukiah, CA 95482.
City Dog Park Effort Looking for Support
by Zack Sampsel/
Ukiah Daily Journal
Feb. 21, 2008: With support from the city, county and community, man's best friend will have more fenced-in room to run along Low Gap Road.
Previously, the city and county agreed to set aside an area of land at
Low Gap Park as a leash-free dog park. With the land set aside, the Low
Gap Dog Park Committee began phase one of preparing, planning and
fencing in the leash-free oasis, which will be secluded from
residential areas and feature on-site parking.
The first phase includes raising funds for fencing to create sepaate
small and large dog areas. Once the area is safely fenced and in use,
further fundraising is expected to add landscaping, trees and benches.
According to the Low Gap Dog Park Web site, the park will be designed
with a concern for the environment, dog park users, and visitors to Low
Gap Park.
People interested can make a tax-deductible donation in your name, you
favorite pet's name, or your business. Make checks payable to: City of
Ukiah - Dog Park Project Trust. Donations may be mailed or delivered
to: City of Ukiah, Attn: Dog Park Project, 411 W. Clay, Ukiah CA 95482.
For more information, call (707) 463-6231.
Low Gap Dog Park Begins!
Feb. 1, 2008: The
Low Gap Dog Park Committee has begun Phase 1, which includes raising
funds for fencing separate small and large dog areas. Once the area is
safely fenced and in use, further fundraising will be devoted to
improve the park with shade trees, benches, and other amenities
.
The Low Gap Dog Park will include:
- One-plus acres surrounded by a 4' to 6' fence
- Double-gated entry
- Shade and water
- Adequate drainage
- Parking close to the dog park
- Grassy area, routinely mowed
- Covered garbage cans with regular trash removal
- Pooper scooper stations with bags
- Seating benches
- Safe location, not isolated
- Regular maintenance