Title
Resolution - A Resolution Designating Areas as No Fishing Zones and Establishing Hours for Public Fishing at 1164 Matlock Road in Accordance with Chapter 96 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Mansfield, Texas
Requested Action
Consider Resolution
Recommendation
Approve Resolution
Description/History
The pond behind the Parks Administration Building at 1164 Matlock Road is bordered by private residences on two sides. Due to the close proximity of the pond to these residences, public fishing activities have created a negative impact on these neighbors. On June 8, 2020, the City Council passed Ordinance No. OR-2177-20 allowing for park land areas to be designated as no fishing zones by the City Council.
The areas identified in red on the attached Exhibit A are proposed to be designated as no fishing zones at all times. In addition, the area identified in green on Exhibit A is proposed to be designated as a no fishing zone during the following times and periods:
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. November through February
8:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. March through October
Justification
Due to the close proximity of the pond to these residences, public fishing activities have created a negative impact on these neighbors. Establishing no fishing zones and establishing hours for public fishing will help address the impact to these neighbors.
Funding Source
N/A
Prepared By
Matt Young, Director of Parks and Recreation
Matt.Young@mansfieldtexas.gov
817-728-3397