O.L.A.E. Newsletter
Volume No. 18

Issue No. 01

Ask Animal Control
Officer Jessica Gilginas?
We received a complaint about dogs running freein other areas along our coastline. We asked
Senior Animal Control Officer Jessica Gilginas
this question and here is her response:“It has been a continuous issue of dogs being offleash except in the designated areas. Our two
animal control officers attempt to patrol thebeaches heavily to educate and reduce violators.
We do currently focus on education overenforcement, citation issuance for repeat
offenders which we keep track of. It is requiredthat dogs be immediately leashed upon contact,or the individual is requested to leave the area if
proper control (leashing up) cannot be obtained.
In addition, we are incorporating public education
through our community relations personnel.
As you mentioned, we too would like to increase
infraction issuance for even first-time violators. To
accomplish this, we have requested enhanced
signage at all parks. Upon meeting with our Parks
and Rec department this year, Director Feser
mentioned an issue with sign fatigue and lack ofclear communication where dogs are permitted.
Citizens have also mentioned confusion when thelaw was changed to allow dogs on the grassy
area (though not the beach) on the north end of
Marina Beach and the foot path at Brackett’s
Landing. I think this is a positive, particularly withthe growing number of dog owners and the needfor them to exercise. However, these changes
requires signs clearly informing citizens. Theparks department has recently moved signage
closer to paths, increasing visibility. Most
importantly was that our meeting determined theneed to condense signs to one board (at all parkentrances) that clearly outlines where dogs arepermitted, to perhaps include a map and/or QR
code that will display a list of explanations why theDate: Winter 2022-23

Published Quarterly

beaches are protected from dogs. People tend tohave better compliance with an understanding
and respect for the rules and regulations. With
such clear signage, our animal control
department will have greater support to issue
violations for first time offenders.
But for now, a complete list of rules are at:
http://www.edmondswa.gov/police/animalcontrol-parking-enforcement.html.
Just prior to publication, a concern came from theDive Park volunteers in that a dog mauled a baby
seal in the Brackett’s Landing area. According
the Parks and Recreation Director Angie Feser,
these on-leash areas will be brought forth toCouncil attention for review of these two areas.

Yappie Yahoo to the“Welcome Magazine”
Our off-leash area was highlighted in Snohomish
County “Welcome Magazine”. The Welcome
Magazine is the premier business and leisurepublication serving Snohomish County and thePacific Northwest region. The magazine
highlights the natural beauty, dining, shopping,
and the casual living style in our region and offer
entertaining and insightful stories designed toinform and inspire. Articles and features
showcase local businesses leading the way intechnology, sustainability, manufacturing anddevelopment. We look forward to covering thetopics, influencers, and entrepreneurs that areshaping our future.
WELCOME Magazine is distributed throughout
Snohomish County and the surrounding cities
and towns and publication can be found in many
locations through out the region including; Paine
Field Airport, select grocery outlets, restaurants,
bookstores, tourist destinations, resort and hotel
concierge, rooms, spas, wineries, and financial

institutions. A recent article called “It’s a Dog’s
Life: Pup-Friendly Outings & Goods in Snohomish
County” by Richard Porter is a great source ofinformation for all dog lovers who like to take thepup(s) out for adventures and here is the link:

https://welcomemagsnoho.com/magazine_article/
its-a-dogs-life-pup-friendly-outings-goods-insnohomishcounty/?fbclid=IwAR1HfdjjNsTH_8N76DsBvYJkjpxBJ669rfsWEE_Become a Member
There are a lot of good reasons to become amember. Member dues go towards promoting
and improving our dog park. Members will
receive a subscription to our quarterly newsletter
which provides information on upcoming events,
news and educational features. All donated funds
are TAX DEDUCTIBLE.
We now have PAYPAL so you can go to our website

While this is great news, we still must be diligent
and remember to kindly educate new dog park
users the importantce of scooping the poop andthere are smaller dogs and/or young children
and baby seals, which means please payattention.

Off Leash Area Edmonds (O.L.A.E.)
P.O. Box 1562
Edmonds WA 98020 - 1562
EIN #16-1730771
Please check one: □ New Member □ Renewal
Please print clearly:

Leave Baby Seals
Alone- It’s the Law

Name: _______________________________

Recently a baby seal was mauled by a dog at the
Brackett’s Landing Park and as noted in thenewsletter, the City changed the allowance ofdogs to walk on-leash along the pathways of
Brackett’s Landing and Marina Beach Park.
Some citizens are requesting that this rule berevisited. So, Stay Tuned.

Evening Phone: _________________________

It is important that when you see any baby seals
on the beach – please leave them alone. It’s also
against the law, if you see a baby seal, pleasecontact Seal Hotline 206-905-7325 and to learn
more about the baby seals and the organization
visit https://www.sealsitters.org/index.html and its
a volunteer wonderful group, like OLAE, to help
keep these lovely animals safe.

About US
O.L.A.E. (Off-Leash Area - Edmonds) became anon-profit organization in August 2005, to fulfillour mission to steward and maintain the off-leash
dog area in Edmonds. Please visit www.olae.org
to learn more about us and our mission. WE
ACCEPT DONATIONS ONLINE or you can snail
mail us at P.O. Box 1562, Edmonds WA 98020

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Note: O.L.A.E. is not responsible for any illness or injury incurred during park visit. For
information, please visit www.olae.org and look under rules and responsibilities.