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Purpose/Goals of the Program
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To improve the quality of Edmonton's off leash areas, and to enhance user experience, for the benefit of both human and canine visitors
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Purpose/Goals of Position
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- To create a culture of community at off leash areas
- To enhance the lines of communication between park users and the City of Edmonton
- To assist in the identification of actual or perceived problems
- To encourage positive interactions between park users (i.e. dogs and people)
- To support the Dogs in Open Spaces Implementation Strategy
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Responsibilities
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- Represent the City of Edmonton as a welcoming host at off leash sites
- Provide information to inquisitive park users
- Redirect park user concerns, complaints, and questions to the appropriate City staff by providing contact information to park users
- Be a model of responsible dog ownership
- Take note of and report park maintenance concerns
- Monitor and maintain signage and bulletin boards where applicable
- Let inquiring users know that if they would like to organize a site clean-up, the City will assist with the supplies needed
- Refill “doggy doo doo” bag dispensers
- Report observations and concerns to the Dog Off Leash Coordinator
- Report hours online, at least monthly
- Always be positive and courteous when interacting with the public
- Refrain from enforcing or reprimanding other users when witnessing infractions
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