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In the Fall of 2010 the Valdosta-Lowndes County Parks and
Recreation Authority
cut a red ribbon at a ceremony dedicating
Phase II of Freedom Park.
The park’s new phase included a walking track,
disc golf course, and a dog park. The addition of the small dog park
to Freedom Park’s amenities was largely the result of a motivated
group of citizens who urged the Authority to build the leash-free
exercise and play space. 444 locals signed an online petition
requesting that the VLPRA “create an off-leash dog park,
accessible to all residents and visitors where pets can safely be
taken for exercise and play.” As a result of this community
involvement, park visitors now have a safe and shaded spot to enjoy
a game of fetch with Fido.
The mission of the VLPRA is
“to provide quality Recreation
and Parks, and to advance environmental conservation, which promotes
the highest quality of life for the entire community.”
In the
upcoming months,
the VLPRA will begin revising its master plan.
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