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community.” Peterson’s park name—Garden of the Dogs— and Schriever’s park name—Pup’s Peak—also were a result of resident input. TVC sponsored a contest that allowed residents to voice their opinions. Crews completed installation in time for the “National Night Out” celebration, an August event attended by about 1,000 to promote neighborhood spirit and safer communities. Residents have since enjoyed time there and expressed their satisfaction, saying the dog park helps make the government housing area feel more like home, said Sharkey. “It is Tierra Vista’s mission to ease the lives of military families and to provide them a better quality of life,” said Project Director Pete Sims. “The installation of the dog park was a minor project that we anticipate will make a major difference.” Garden of the Dogs and Pup’s Peak have been big hits and went beyond expectations. “We are committed to helping Tierra Vista create a friendly and comfortable community for the military families who are stationed
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there, and we’re pleased to be able to offer landscape enhancements that add to their quality of life,” said Sharkey. “I’ve seen other dog parks in communities where it’s simply a plain, square piece of sod,” added York. “Because of Sharkey’s creative design, we were very excited about this project and it turned out to be really special.” Because of the dog parks’ popularity and the communities’ positive feedback, Sharkey said he will be suggesting dog parks at all of the bases on which he works in the future. “These designs range from new rock and mulch beds to building berms and adding additional plant material to enhance the beauty of the community,” he said. “With the success that we have had in providing these services, I’m proud of the relationship we have developed with our customer.” n Blane Pshigoda is a division manager with Davey, commercial grounds management. Reach him at blane.pshigoda@davey.com.
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