The Chicago Park District requires each Dog Friendly Area (that's the official name for "dog park") to be supported by a local advisory group. This advisory group is responsible for all maintenance and raising funds for park improvements; the city does not fund the parks once they are built.
The Puptown Dog Owners Group -- P-DOG -- is Puptown's membership and advisory group. Park-goers and supporters contribute $30 annually per household to offset the cost of cleaning supplies and gravel replacement. All membership fees, and other donations, are tax-deductible.*
Events are held each year to raise funds for larger projects. Recent projects (2008) include fencing to prevent small dogs from escaping the park and structural improvements.
Membership Benefits
Collins Canine offers a 15-percent discount to P-DOG members on all group and private training classes.
How is P-DOG run?
In lieu of a formal board, P-DOG instituted
a Volunteer Committee in 2009 made up of folks who contribute their
time and energy leading efforts that interest them. Everyone is
encouraged to participate. The success of every event, membership drive and park cleaning depends on volunteers.
P-DOG meets quarterly to discuss park issues. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend. Meetings are held at the Margate Field House and begin at 7 p.m. The 2009 meeting dates are: Jan. 14; April 8 (changed to April 14); July 8; and Oct. 14.
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Join P-DOG:
1. PRINT A COPY of the membership form (PDF) and send it with a check or money order to the address at the bottom of the form.
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2. CLICK BELOW to join or renew online by credit card or via PayPal.
*Parkways Foundation acts as the fiscal agent of Puptown. As the philanthropic partner of the Chicago Park District, Parkways is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
All donations and membership fees to Puptown are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law. For more information, visit www.Parkways.org.
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