Dear Lord Mayor and City of Sydney councillors,
I wish to add my voice to those appealing to retain existing , leash -free areas for dogs and owners in Pyrmont. Since re-locating to Jackson’s Landing almost five years ago, it has been my privilege to enjoy the informal companionship offered in this dog friendly community. I have seldom been more content. My beautiful , loyal dog is now 14 years old and well known to many local residents. Many friendly conversations have been started by his presence.
Many of the people I meet, moved here because of its pet- friendliness, much promoted by developer Lend Lease and its sales arm.
In The Sun Herald of 28 Nov. 10, page 5, there is an article titled “Lonely? You’re not Robinson Crusoe”. I’d like to refer you to it. Since health problems forced me to stop work that I loved, I was one of those lonely people in the suburbs. I dread to think how bad it might have been without my dog.
I suffer from the hereditary disorder Charcot Marie Tooth disease (C.M.T.) It causes peroneal muscular atrophy, degenerative throughout life. I now describe myself as ambulant disabled, but my walking capability is greatly diminished.
It gives me great pleasure to be able to walk outside along the waterfront and in the parks with my happy dog free to sniff the trees and grass.
Yes he pees and poohs! My husband and I are diligent about cleaning up after him, and often after those less so. Dogs on-leash will still perform the same bodily functions, and people like us confined to keeping our dogs on-leash would be less able to do the ‘extras’.
Please keep the parks of Pyrmont dog and owner friendly.
Yours sincerely,
Stella Phelan
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