The Kirkland Park Board will hold a public hearing at 7 p.m. Oct. 13 regarding a proposal to place a fenced off-leash area for dogs on undeveloped city park property. The hearing will be held in the Council Chamber at Kirkland City Hall, 123 Fifth Avenue. The vacant property is located near the intersection of 113th Avenue N.E. and N.E. 120th Street. In 2005, the city purchased the 7.5 acre property and up to two acres are under consideration for a fenced, off-leash area. The Kirkland Dog Off-leash Group has proposed to pay for development, maintenance, and operation of the facility. Public comments can be provided prior to the hearing to Michael Cogle at 425-587-3310 or mcogle@ci.kirkland.wa.us. The council is expected to make a final decision by the end of 2010.