[Adopted 11-22-16 by Ord. No. 2016-30]
[Added 11-22-16 by Ord. No. 2016-30]
All designated Dog Parks maintained by the Town of Secaucus
within the Town of Secaucus' boundaries shall be governed by the provisions
of this section in the interest of the health and safety of all residents,
public and the animals using the Town's Dog Parks.
[Added 11-22-16 by Ord. No. 2016-30]
As used in this Article, the following terms shall have the
meanings indicated:
Fenced in dog run areas specified by signage within the Town
of Secaucus, including but not limited to, the Dog Park at Mill Creek
Point, the Dog Park at Clarendon Field, the Dog Park at Snipes Park
the Dog Park at Cove Court, the Dog Park at Fountain Park, and the
Dog Park at the Farm Road Park.
[Amended 7-25-2023 by Ord. No. 2023-15]
A current license issued by a governmental authority which
represents that a dog has a valid, unexpired rabies inoculation.
An individual at least 18 years of age who is responsible
for dog(s) while at the Dog Park. This individual may or may not be
the owner of the dog(s).
[Added 11-22-16 by Ord. No. 2016-30]
A.
Hours of operation are from dawn to dusk.
B.
Use at your own risk. Town of Secaucus residents only.
C.
Dogs are the only animals permitted within the Dog Park. Dogs younger
than four months are not permitted. All dogs must be spayed or neutered.
D.
Dogs must be leashed at all times except within the fenced in area.
E.
No spiked, pronged or choke collars are allowed.
F.
All dogs must wear a valid dog license and be current on vaccinations.
G.
Dog handlers are responsible and liable for the actions and behavior
of their dog at all times. No more than two dogs per handler allowed
at one time.
H.
Handlers must be in control of their dog at all times. Do not leave
your dog unattended.
I.
No aggressive dogs allowed. Dogs must be removed from the park at
the first sign of aggression.
J.
Do not bring dogs who are ill into the Dog Park.
K.
Handlers are required to clean up after their dog. Waste bags are
to be supplied by dog handlers and disposed of properly in receptacles.
L.
No children under age 10 allowed inside the fence. All children must
be accompanied by an adult.
M.
No food of any kind is permitted.
N.
No smoking is allowed.
O.
Dog Parks may be closed for maintenance or for any reason by the
Town without prior notice.
P.
All dog bites must be reported to the Secaucus Police Department.
[Added 11-22-16 by Ord. No. 2016-30]
The Superintendent of the Department of Public Works and/or
the Town Administrator shall promulgate additional regulations as
are necessary to address health and safety concerns. A copy of such
regulations promulgated by the Superintendent of the Department of
Public Works and/or the Town Administrator, as modified or amended,
shall be available for public inspection at the Office of the Town
Clerk during regular business hours.
[Added 11-22-16 by Ord. No. 2016-30]
This Article shall be enforced by the Town of Secaucus Police
Department, Animal Control Officers and the Board of Health or their
designee(s). Failure to comply with the regulations established for
the use of the Dog Parks may result in the issuance of a summons in
accordance with this Article.
[Added 11-22-16 by Ord. No. 2016-30]
Any person violating any of the provisions of this Article shall
be subject to a fine not in excess of $2,000 for each violation and/or
imprisonment for not more than six months.
