In a multi-year effort, the Friends of Wilshire Park (FoWP), a committee of the Beaumont-Wilshire Neighborhood Association, partnered with Portland Parks & Recreation to enhance the busy dog off-leash area by installing a water line and a water spigot for visiting dogs’ creature comfort. FoWP raised $17K toward the project, which was completed May 15. The location of the fountain was chosen because it was determined to have the least environmental impact to the tree canopy, allows for optimal drainage, and minimizes standing water near the perimeter walking and running path.
“Commissioner Carmen Rubio, the prior Parks Commissioner, helped make this a reality,” said Gary Hancock, FoWP chair. Rubio attended the formal dedication on July 6.
Pip’s Original Doughnuts & Chai mobile van was on site to help celebrate, handing out free items.
“Thanks to all the community members and businesses,” said Gary, “who contributed funds and supported this park improvement.”
For more information about Friends of Wilshire Park visit friendsofwilshirepark.org.