Lake Charles' 1st city-owned dog park could open mid-July

Downtown development director Lori Marinovich tells the American Press (http://bit.ly/1s5unYw ) that benches, trash cans and water fountains will arrive by the end of the week.

Mayor Randy Roach has said the park will provide a place for residents and dogs to safely socialize and will provide another reason for interstate travelers to stop in Lake Charles, possibly shopping and dining there as well.