[Adopted 10-26-2022 by Ord. No. 4757-22]
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The Toms River dog parks are unsupervised facilities. Patrons use the facility at their own risk and the risk of their dogs. The Township of Toms River does not assume any responsibility for damage or injuries resulting from the use of the facility.
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All users of the park must execute, on a form promulgated by the Township, an acknowledgment of risk and waiver and release of all claims. Failure to execute this form precludes use of the dog parks.
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Patrons must have a valid permit issued by the Department of Recreation.
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All dogs must be validly licensed.
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A two-dog-per-person limit applies.
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The maximum number of dogs at one time is 20.
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When others are waiting, use time is limited to 30 minutes.
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Patrons are responsible at all times for the behavior and safety of their dogs and should be conscious and considerate of other patrons and dogs. Dogs must be controlled and attended at all times.
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Puppies under six months old are prohibited.
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Dogs must be leashed prior to entering and upon leaving the area. Patrons must remain with their dogs at all times and must carry a leash for each dog at all times.
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Patrons must being a water bowl or other form of hydration for their dogs.
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Dogs must wear collars displaying valid licenses at all times. Choke and spike collars are prohibited.
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Dogs must have current rabies and other vaccinations.
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Non-neutered male dogs and female dogs in heat are prohibited.
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Sick and aggressive dogs are prohibited.
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Owners must clean up after their dogs.
O. 
No dog treats, human or dog food, or toys are permitted.
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Chairs are prohibited.
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Children under 14 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
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Dogs must be under voice control.
Dog parks are operational from 6:00 a.m. to dusk seven days per week. The Department of Recreation may adjust these times or close the park due to weather and other conditions.
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Patrons must annually apply for and obtain a permit from the Department of Recreation for access to and use of the dog park. Separate permits are required for each dog.
B. 
Applicants must execute the waiver form required pursuant to § 383-23B as a prerequisite to issuance of the permit.
C. 
Without the required permit, use of the dog park is prohibited.
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Copies of the dog park rules and regulations shall be provided by the Department of Recreation along with the issuance of the identification tag.
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The initial series of permits shall be valid through December 31, 2023. Thereafter, permits shall be valid on a calendar-year basis and renewable each January 1.
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The permit and other fees for the dog park shall be established annually by the Director of Recreation. All fees established pursuant to this provision, and any increases or reductions thereto, must be approved by the Business Administrator, the Chief Financial Officer, and by resolution of the Township Council.
Signs depicting the rules and regulations established hereunder shall be prominently displayed at the entrance of and at certain points inside the dog parks.
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Violations of any of the rules and regulations established pursuant to this article may result in closure of the facility.
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Persons who violate the rules and regulations established pursuant to this article may be ejected or temporarily or permanently banned.
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Persons who violate the rules and regulations established pursuant to this article are subject to prosecution and to the maximum fines and penalties imposed pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40:49-5 and N.J.S.A. 40:69A-29, and any subsequent amendments to those statutes, for each offense.