Other: I took my 3 year old son to Bryan Park yesterday and a man had a dog with him that was poorly restrained (on a 25 foot cable). My son was running towards the toddler playground when the dog ran after him and knocked him down. The dog was on top of my child for several seconds and while the dog didn't harm my son, it was a very frightening experience for him. I don't want him to be afraid of dogs, and I've been trying to teach him to appreciate animal companionship. I don't know what the rules are for leashes in Bryan Park, but dogs need to be handled better, especially near or around the kids' playgrounds. I didn't get the man's name or information but I took a picture. He was walking on a bright orange tightrope and he had a white dog (young, probably a puppy - this is the one that chased my son) and a black dog.
Information has been sent to the inquirer and all necessary parties to ensure that patrons are safe in parks.
Please inform Mark and Bryan Park seasonal employee.
Lindsay- I am so sorry to hear about your son's experience at Bryan Park yesterday. Dogs are required to be on a leash at all times per city ordinance. I have sent your uReport to Adam Wason, Public Works Director who oversees Animal Control for the city. I have requested this information be added to the animal patrol routes. I will also share it with our Operations Division Director so our park patrol and seasonal employees assigned to Bryan Park are aware as well. Thank you for filing the uReport. We always welcome the feedback. Please let me know if I can be of any further assistance.
I will reply to the citizen but wanted to pass this along for Animal Control patrols.
| City | Bloomington |
|---|---|
| State | IN |
| Zip | 47401 |
| Latitude | 39.156192779541 |
| Longitude | -86.52783203125 |
| Neighborhood Association | Bryan Park |
| Township | Perry |