[Adopted 5-18-2021 by Ord. No. 15-2021]
The City of Millville Dog Park, the use of which is governed
by this article, is established and shall consist of a fence-enclosed
area within the confines of Lot 127, Block 236, known as "Union Lake
Park," 1414 Canal Street, Millville, New Jersey.
Unless otherwise specifically defined herein, words and phrases
in this article shall be interpreted so as to give them the meaning
that they have in common usage and to give this article its most reasonable
application. The following terms shall have the meanings indicated:
Any person exercising control over a dog or permitting a
dog to enter the Dog Park or permitting a dog for which he or she
is responsible to remain in the Dog Park. The owner of a dog is also
its keeper.
[1]
Editor's Note: The former definition of "dog park permit,"
which immediately followed this definition, was repealed 8-17-2021 by Ord. No. 24-2021.
[Amended 8-17-2021 by Ord. No. 24-2021]
By entering the City of Millville Dog Park, any person agrees
to accept the risk for any actions taken by or to himself or herself
or his or her respective dog. All dog owners shall be strictly liable
and responsible for any actions of their dogs, including any which
cause injury to other dogs or persons while in or about the Dog Park
of the City of Millville.
[1]
Editor's Note: Former §§ 8-34, Fees, and 8-35,
Permit required; application, were repealed 8-17-2021 by Ord. No. 24-2021.
The Dog Park will be open for use from dawn until dusk, seven
days per week.
A.
The City of Millville shall promulgate rules and regulations which
may be enforced by any member of the Police Department of the City
of Millville, the Department of Parks and Public Property of the City
of Millville or the City of Millville Animal Control Officer. Said
rules and regulations shall include, at a minimum, the following:
(1)
All keepers, including the owner of any dog, assumes all liability
for damages to person or property caused by the dog for which they
are responsible at and about the Dog Park, including injury suffered
by anyone or any dog who is bitten or injured by their dog while utilizing
the park or any dog allowed to access the park, and shall hold the
City of Millville harmless for same.
[Amended 8-17-2021 by Ord. No. 24-2021]
(2)
All keepers, including the owner, who utilize the Dog Park do so
at their own risk of injury to selves and dogs. No attendant is on
duty.
(3)
Remove leashes in the designated "unleash area" only.
(4)
Dogs must be supervised at all times by persons 18 years or older.
(5)
Children under the age of 16 shall be accompanied by an adult when
in the Dog Park.
[Amended 8-17-2021 by Ord. No. 24-2021]
(6)
No unattended dogs are permitted in the park at any time; abandoning
animals is prohibited by law.
(7)
No more than two dogs are permitted per keeper at one time in the
park.
(8)
All keepers must accompany and monitor their dog's actions closely
at all times and always have a leash ready and available for use as
may be required.
(9)
No smoking, alcohol, food or glass containers are permitted in the
Dog Park. All personal property, debris, garbage and other wastes
brought in or created by any keeper, guest, or dog shall be promptly
removed at the end of each visit to the site. "Pooper scooper" bags
are available in the park.
(10)
Aggressive dogs are prohibited from utilizing the park. Dogs that
become aggressive or uncontrollable while within or near the Dog Park
must be immediately leashed and removed from the Dog Park and its
surroundings. Reported cases will result in the loss of Dog Park privileges.
(11)
Dogs that are in heat or that are sick are prohibited from entering
the park. All dogs must be licensed and properly immunized. The use
of heartworm and tick prevention products is highly recommended.
(12)
Puppies over six months of age must have full immunizations to utilize
the park. Puppies under the age of six months are not permitted in
the park.
(13)
Dogs within the Dog Park must wear collars with valid dog licenses.
No prong (pinch), choke or spiked collars are permitted in the park.
(14)
Keepers are responsible for ensuring that their dog only enters the
appropriate fenced-in area based upon the size and weight of their
dog.
(15)
Keepers must immediately report any dog bites to the City of Millville
Police Department.
(16)
[1]Professional dog trainers are not permitted to use this
facility for training purposes without written permission from the
City.
[1]
Editor's Note: Former Subsection A(16), which provided that
keepers must have their Dog Park permit visible at all times, was
repealed 8-17-2021 by Ord. No. 24-2021. This ordinance also redesignated
former Subsection A(17) through (19) as Subsection A(16) through (18),
respectively.
(17)
Keepers, guests and dogs must comply with this article, as well as
other applicable laws, and the City of Millville's regulations either
posted or given to them or available at the City Clerk's offices or
City of Millville website. Either the dog owner or other keeper must
maintain the required insurance for each of its dogs using the Dog
Park.
[Amended 8-17-2021 by Ord. No. 24-2021]
(18)
Keepers must ensure that all gates are closed at all times after
entering and exiting.
(19)
Equipment
in the Dog Park is for dogs only. Children are not permitted to climb
on or use the equipment.
[Added 8-17-2021 by Ord. No. 24-2021]
(20)
The
Dog Park is subject to closure for maintenance without notice.
[Added 8-17-2021 by Ord. No. 24-2021]
B.
Rules and regulations shall be posted and may be changed by the governing
body via resolution as appropriate.
[Amended 8-17-2021 by Ord. No. 24-2021]
The keeper of the dog who brings a dog to the Dog Park, if said
person is not the owner of said dog, shall be responsible for any
violations of this article. A summons may be issued to either the
person bringing the dog to the Dog Park or the owner thereof, or both,
in the discretion of the individual issuing a summons.
Any person who violates any section of this article or any of
the rules or regulations promulgated pursuant to this article shall,
upon conviction, be subject to a fine of up to $2,000, imprisonment
up to 90 days and/or community service up to 90 days in the discretion
of the Municipal Court Judge and may be barred from further use of
the Dog Park for such time as the Municipal Court Judge may determine.
