In 43 Rio Rancho Parks a sign that reads “Dogs are not allowed in city parks” can be found. One city councilor wants to lift the ban, but not everyone is on board.There is one park in the city that allows dogs, but City Councilor Dawnn Robinson wants to change that.“We look at our pets as part of our family and to come to the parks, you want to enjoy it with your whole family,” said Robinson.Some people worry dog owners won't be picking up after their dogs in city parks, however.Resident Kristal Trujillo brings her kids to Haynes Park each week and is happy with the current rules.“I like knowing that I can bring my children to the park, and I can put a blanket on the grass and not sit on doggie doo,” Trujillo said. “There are dog parks that dogs can go to. I just think it's safer for children to be in parks without dogs.” The city’s Parks and Recreation Department wants to take its time on planning things like installing baggies to see if it’s something people want. The City Council won’t decide on the matter anytime soon, but is calling for resident input.That survey can be found here.MOBILE USERS: Tap here for video9296624

In 43 Rio Rancho Parks a sign that reads “Dogs are not allowed in city parks” can be found. One city councilor wants to lift the ban, but not everyone is on board.

There is one park in the city that allows dogs, but City Councilor Dawnn Robinson wants to change that.


“We look at our pets as part of our family and to come to the parks, you want to enjoy it with your whole family,” said Robinson.

Some people worry dog owners won't be picking up after their dogs in city parks, however.

Resident Kristal Trujillo brings her kids to Haynes Park each week and is happy with the current rules.

“I like knowing that I can bring my children to the park, and I can put a blanket on the grass and not sit on doggie doo,” Trujillo said. “There are dog parks that dogs can go to. I just think it's safer for children to be in parks without dogs.”

The city’s Parks and Recreation Department wants to take its time on planning things like installing baggies to see if it’s something people want. The City Council won’t decide on the matter anytime soon, but is calling for resident input.

That survey can be found here.

MOBILE USERS: Tap here for video

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