2840-24 Dog Park Rules and Regulations Ordinance (2.21.24).pdf

1 2840-24 AN ORDINANCE SUPPLEMENTING CHAPTER 10 OF THE REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE TOWNSHIP OF WEST ORANGE AND ESTABLISHING CHAPTER 10, SECTION 16 FOR REGULATION OF TOWNSHIP DOG PARKS (DOG PARK RULES AND REGULATIONS) BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MUNICIPAL COUNCIL OF THE TOWNSHIP OF WEST ORANGE, NEW JERSEY that Chapter 10 of the Revised General Ordinances of the Township of West Orange be and are hereby amended and supplemented with the newly established Chapter 10, Section 16 of the Revised General Ordinances of the Township of West Orange, which establishes a Chapter dedicated to the rules and regulations to be enforced regarding dog parks located in the Township of West Orange, and shall state as follows: § 10-16.1—Title This Section shall be known as the “Dog Park Rules and Regulations.” § 10-16.2— Findings and Purpose The purpose of this Ordinance is to ensure the health and safety of those who use any dog park located in the Township of West Orange and to prescribe a set of rules and regulations. The standards and procedures established by this Section are intended to promote safe use of dog parks located in the Township of West Orange. § 10-16.3—Definitions All other definitions outlined in Chapter 10 of the Township of West Orange Municipal Code are incorporated by reference herein. The following additional definitions are incorporated in this Section: DESIGNATED AREA — The Township of West Orange Dog Park located on Executive Drive. OFFICER—The Township of West Orange Animal Control Officer, or any agent, employee, or assignee of the Township of West Orange Department of Health. § 10-16.4—Rules and Regulations The following rules and regulations shall apply to the Designated Area: 1. Use at your own risk. Dog owners are responsible and liable for the actions and behavior of their dogs at all times.