The up and down journey of the Takoma dog park
/Going through community meetings, strong community support and strong community angst, the Takoma area thought they were about to get a dog park. After working closely with ANCs, DC agencies and DPR, the long-term effort was about to pay off. And then it was unexpectedly denied. Then a week later, maybe some hope for the future.
This is the first article by new contributing writer Anne Thiel.
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The Cottage is hosting a series of fun, informative and free events for the neighborhood and friends to celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday and shine a light on civic mindfulness.