The rules and regulations promulgated herein
shall apply to all public parks, playgrounds and recreational areas.
The Borough Council may, from time to time,
by resolution, adopt such regulations as it may choose to facilitate
the effective operation and control of all parks, playgrounds and
recreation areas under its jurisdiction.
No parent, guardian or custodian of any minor
shall knowingly permit or allow said minor to do any act prohibited
by this chapter.
The provisions, prohibitions and requirements
of this chapter shall be enforceable by state and Borough police and
supervisory personnel designated by the Director of Parks and Recreation.
The provisions of this chapter are in addition
to and not in repeal of, except where inconsistent herewith, otherwise
applicable requirements, prohibitions and provisions of law.
[Amended 11-9-1995 by Ord. No. 13-95]
Any person who shall violate any provision of
this chapter shall be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000 or
imprisonment for not more than 90 days or a period of community service
not exceeding 90 days or any combination thereof in the discretion
of the Municipal Judge.
[Added 9-15-2020 by Ord.
No. O-2020-07]
A. Purpose. The designated dog park maintained by the Borough of Riverton
shall be governed by the provisions of this section in the interest
of the health and safety of all residents, visitors, public and the
animals using the Borough's dog park.
B. Definitions. As used in this section, the following terms shall have
the meanings indicated:
DESIGNATED DOG PARK
Fenced-in dog run areas specified by signage within the Borough
of Riverton, including but not limited to the dog park located at
700 Cedar Street.
DOG LICENSE
A current license issued by a governmental authority that
represents that a dog has a valid, unexpired rabies inoculation.
HANDLER
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).
C. Regulations to be adopted and posted for public inspection:
(1) Hours of operation are from 7:00 a.m. to dusk.
(2) Use the dog park at your own risk.
(3) 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.
(4) Dogs must be leashed at all times except within the fenced in area.
(5) No spiked, pronged or choke collars are allowed.
(6) All dogs must wear a valid dog license and be current on vaccinations.
(7) 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.
(8) Handlers must be in control of their dog at all times. Do not leave
your dog unattended.
(9) No aggressive dogs allowed. Dogs must be removed from the park at
the first sign of aggression.
(10) No ill dogs shall be admitted into the dog park.
(11) Handlers are required to clean up after their dog. Waste bags are
to be supplied by dog handlers and disposed of properly in receptacles.
(12) No children under age eight allowed inside the fence. An adult must
accompany all children.
(13) No food of any kind is permitted.
(15) The Borough, without prior notice, may close the park for maintenance.
(16) All dog bites must be reported to the Riverton Police Department.
(17) Dog handlers who fail to comply with the above rules and regulations
may at the discretion of the Borough be issued a nuisance summons
in accordance with the provisions of N.J.S.A. 2C:33-12.