Very concerning

I often walk my two small dogs in the Tangara trail and Mortimer Bay areas with my family. We've done this for around 6 years. We do encounter horses and cyclists, but not with increasing frequency. Where are those statistics coming from? I know my dogs and I manage them appropriately whenever we come into contact with another user. It's not uncommon to see someone pop their dog on a leash while in the vicinity of another person or animal, then let them off again once clear. I have never had a bad experience doing this. The whole point of community areas is for the enjoyment of EVERYONE. Why are horses and cyclists being prioritised over responsible dog owners? Are we being punished for something here? Where will I be able to take my dogs to explore new smells? Why should they be restricted to their own backyard, just for being dogs? Never in my time in Clarence have I seen any dog restrictions being enforced. Why not focus on doing that instead? I'm concerned about the level of consultation prior to developing these plans (none that I'm aware of). I'm also very concerned about these proposed restrictions.