On Tuesday, September 3rd, Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) will begin repairs to the Mt. Tabor Dog Off-Leash Area to address erosion concerns. This approximately three-week project requires crews to temporarily close portions of the canine recreation area as they install erosion control measures near the SE 68th Avenue entrance. PP&R anticipates crews can maintain visitor access to the eastern portion of the dog off-leash area during construction but encourages people to follow posted signs regarding access.
The September project will address ongoing erosion and instability issues and revegetate the center portion of the off-leash area. Crews must remove debris that slid down the hillside, piling up against the southern fence and impacting the SE 68th Avenue entrance accessed by the public street in the center of Warner Pacific University’s campus. New fencing will protect the dog off-leash area and preserve the hillside by improving stormwater handling while maintaining the health and stability of the park’s ecosystem.
PP&R timed this work ahead of the rainy season in hopes it will prevent further erosion and improve conditions for the dogs and people using this park resource through the winter. At the end of the project, parkgoers should see enhanced access to the Mt. Tabor Dog Off-Leash Area and enjoy improved conditions within its fenced boundary. People with dogs can access the eastern Off-Leash Area entrance from SE 70th Avenue. A pathway through the park guides visitors to the gated entryway. City staff ask for the public’s assistance during construction to keep people and pets safe. They instruct visitors to follow directions on all posted closure notices, keep pets under their control, and stay clear of construction areas.
Correction: An earlier version of this article misidentified the eastern entrance
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