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STAFF REPORT
Recreation and Community Services Department
DATE: April 5, 2011
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Sara Somogyi"'Recreation and Community Services Director
SUBJECT: Donation from the Nutro Company in the Amount of $1,500 for the
ROOM TO RUN Program for Dog Park Enhancements in Arcadia
Recommendation: Accept the Donation
SUMMARY
The Nutro Company is leading a movement to enhance dog parks nationwide with the
ROOM TO RUN program. The Nutro Company is a leader in the natural pet food
industry, focusing on the health and well being of your pet for decades. The ROOM TO
RUN Program is a dog park appreciation project that invites pet enthusiasts to join in on
the fun. The Nutro Company will donate $1,500 to enhance the Arcadia Dog Park.
DISCUSSION
ROOM TO RUN is a nationwide effort to enhance and revitalize dog parks in 30 cities
across the United States and Canada. This year Arcadia has been chosen as one of the
cities to participate. Volunteers from the company will work with staff from the Recreation
and Community Services Department, along with the Public Works Department to
determine what type of enhancements would be best for the Arcadia Dog Park. On May
7, 2011 pet enthusiasts will be invited (along with their pets) to the dog park to participate
in the event.
This is a unique opportunity to receive funds for enhancements at the Arcadia Dog Park.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact for hosting this event at the Arcadia Dog Park.
RECOMMENDATION:
Accept the donation from the Nutro Company in the Amount of $1,500 for the
ROOM TO RUN Program for Dog Park Enhancements in Arcadia
Approved by:, -4C1
Donald Penman, City Manager