Dog Park Petition
Organized by the Lower Northeast Neighborhoods Association (LNENA) in partnership with MPRB Commissioner Billy Menz.
As residents and community members of Northeast Minneapolis neighborhoods, we believe that a safe, accessible, and well-maintained dog park would provide numerous benefits to our community, including:
- A safe and designated area for dogs to exercise, socialize, and play off-leash;
- A stronger sense of community among dog owners and neighbors;
- Improved public safety and cleanliness by encouraging responsible pet ownership and reducing off-leash activity in undesignated areas;
- Enhanced use of Northeast Park as a vibrant, inclusive space for all.
We urge the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board and the City of Minneapolis to partner with the Lower Northeast Neighborhoods Association in exploring, designing, and funding a dog park within Northeast Park.
Skatepark Petition
In 2014, the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MRPB) approved the Northeast Park Master Plan, which included space for a 30,000 square foot skatepark. Despite the support of Minneapolis-based skaters, families and neighborhood groups, resources have yet to be allocated by the MPRB to make this skatepark a reality.
A skatepark at Northeast Park would provide a free and safe environment for skateboarding, BMX, scooters, roller skating, and all wheeled activity. If designed and constructed properly, this skatepark would be a high-value investment and would be a valuable community asset.
Through this petition, we are strongly urging the MPRB to allocate funds and build a skatepark at Northeast Park.