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Old 02-12-2014, 10:53 PM
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Originally Posted by Happinow View Post
Great idea. It is not a dog walking area and we who go get our mail should not have to stumble over dogs and their leashes. And, it's gross to watch people put their dog poop on the trash bins there. I don't want to smell dog poop while putting my junk mail in the garbage. Keep up the good work Community Watch.
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When's the last time you stumbled over a dog and their leash? Really ???
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Originally Posted by CFrance View Post
I have never walked my dogs at the mail station. And in seven years I have never had to stumble over dogs and their leashes. I've never observed anyone depositing dog poop in the recycling bin. People walking their dogs to the mail station have been friendly, respectful and cheerful.

Dogs and their owners need exercise. I see nothing with residents walking a dog to the mail station to pick up their mail. And of course, most dog owners carry bags and are very respectful of others.
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