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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-05-09 Policy City Commission meetingCommission Memorandum REPORT TO: Honorable Mayor and City Commission FROM: Chuck Winn, Assistant City Manager Ron Dingman, Parks and Recreation Director Marty Kent, Deputy Chief - Patrol, Bozeman Police Department Rich McLane, Lieutenant and Animal Control Supervisor, Bozeman Police Department Brit Fontenot, Assistant to the City Manager SUBJECT: Leash free parks in the City of Bozeman MEETING DATE: March 5, 2009 _____________________________________________________________________________________ *CONSIDERATIONS: 1) Maintain current policy direction; 2) Amend existing ordinance to eliminate leash laws; 3) Increase enforcement of the current code by a. Zero tolerance for leash-free violations b. Increase fines for violations c. Adding one or more FTEs as Animal Control Officers d. Increased enforcement by Bozeman Police Department’s patrol officers on leash-free violators; 4) Create additional leash-free dog park(s); 5) Designate existing park, or parks, leash-free; 6) Institute Voice and Sight Dog Tag Program; 7) Increase city-wide education and awareness (see attachments 1 & 2); 8) Increase information in and around parks a. additional park signage b. add park kiosks; and/or 1 2 9) Any combination of the above *Staff acknowledges that the considerations listed above will require further investigation and subsequent reports to both internal departments and the Commission. INTRODUCTION: The purpose of this memo is threefold; (1) assist the Commission in identifying if an issue exists concerning leash-free dogs in Bozeman, and if so; (2) offer suggestions and possibilities for resolution; and (3) to aid the Commission in identifying and considering the impacts on parks, neighborhoods, staff and financial resources if the Commission determines that policy changes are necessary. Title 6 of the Bozeman Municipal Code (BMC) deals with animal issues of all types (see attachment 3). Most relevant to this discussion are the following two subsections: BMC 6.04.070 Subsection B states: Any dog, while on a street, sidewalk, public way, or in a park or other public space, other than areas as designated pursuant to Subsection F [see below] of this section, or upon any private property without the consent of the property owner, shall be secured by a leash or chain of sufficient tensile strength to restrain the particular dog, such leash or chain not to exceed six feet in length. However, while actually participating in instructional obedience training, dogs may be temporarily restrained by a leash of greater length. BMC 6.04.070 Subsection F states: The City Commission may, by resolution, designate areas within the city which shall be exempt from Subsections A and B of this section to the extent that in such areas animals may be permitted to run or otherwise remain off leash. This exemption shall not apply to established playgrounds, recreational fields, and picnic areas, or otherwise relieve an owner or custodian of any animal to prevent the same from becoming a nuisance. Currently the City’s Parks Department manages four designated off-leash dog areas and Parks (see attachment 4): 1. Canine Beach at the Bozeman Pond 2. Burke Park 3. Dog Park off of Highland at the south end of the Softball Complex 4. Snowfill Recreation Area. Of these four areas only Burke Park is central to the City and abutting dense residential areas. The other three designated areas are more peripheral to the City center. Neighborhood parks, such as Cooper, Beall, Southside, Bogert, Kirk and others, provide a convenient gathering place for nearby residents to congregate, recreate and exercise and socialize their dogs and are not currently designated as leash-free as required by BMC 6.04.070 Subsection F. These parks and nearby trails are maintained by the Parks 3 Division and patrolled by Animal Control, a division of the Bozeman Police Department, currently staffed by one and one-quarter (1 ¼) FTEs . Public opinion on this issue is mixed. At one time or another, dogs run free in most parks and along trails in and around the City. Some residents enjoy and take advantage of opportunities to unleash their dogs afforded them by infrequent patrols by the one, full time Animal Control Officer. Other residents suggest that the existing regulations be more strictly enforced and point to the designated off- leash areas as the appropriate outlet for dog owners wishing to exercise their animals. Recently, Cooper Park was singled out and serves as a prime example of this divergence of public opinion on this issue. Some neighbors around Cooper Park enjoy the opportunity to walk their dogs to and from the park and exercise and socialize their animal while the many dog owners catch up on the business of the day. These activities may incubate conversations and aid in creating community in and around a neighborhood gathering place. Conversely, ill-mannered dogs serve to frustrate, intimidate and aggravate and sometimes injure park patrons seeking a more serene experience either alone, in groups, with children or the elderly. Uncontrolled, leash-free dogs in parks not designated or equipped to cater to this type of activity may force residents to seek out other recreational opportunities. Generally, designated leash free parks include certain preferred design characteristics (See attachment 5). As stated in the opening paragraph of this memo, the impacts of a Commission decision to change existing policy should be carefully considered. Several of the documents attached to this memo will add detail to the discussion points. For clarity, impacts are divided into the following categories and subcategories: 1) Impact on Parks a. Parks Division The potential exists that costs associated with creating [from existing parks] or acquiring land for new leash-free parks may be considerable in terms of land purchases and/or management of additional personnel necessary to modify or construct and maintain additional leash-free parks in Bozeman. b. Park grounds The impact on the flora and fauna of a park currently not designated as leash free has the potential to be considerable. Notwithstanding that currently some parks are de-facto leash- free parks, the re-designation as an official leash-free park has the potential to attract even more users who previously used only other leash-free parks or other locations to exercise their dogs thus increasing the impacts to the grass and other natural flora as well as the inevitable increase in both properly disposed of and uncollected dog feces. The additional 4 impacts of more animals on the parks grounds increase the cost of maintenance and may potentially alter the characteristics of the park enjoyed by dog owners and non-dog owners alike. Issues of increasingly compacted soils and the creation of bare ground tracks, or trails in what is currently lush lawn are possibilities. Additionally, increases in dog parks will necessitate additional dog station locations and associated maintenance and materials costs. 2) Impacts on Neighborhoods a. Neighborhood parks, officially re-designated leash-free, may impact the amount and flow of traffic around these parks and further increase competition for limited neighborhood parking spaces. Additionally, unleashed dogs in parks not designated as leash-free potentially deny opportunities to park users intimidated by dogs, if not for themselves then for older or younger patrons that may otherwise frequent city parks. b. Designating a neighborhood park as leash free may significantly change the nature and dynamics of the park itself through increased use by non-neighboring dog owners thus limiting the enjoyment of the park by all. 3) Impact on the Bozeman Police Department a. Animal Control Division Policy changes may impact the Animal Control Division in the following ways: i. Increased costs associated with adding an FTE(s) to increase patrol and/or enforcement. ii. Assistance by the patrol division could positively impact Animal Control by reinforcing enforcement efforts (see 3b below for impacts on the Patrol Division). iii. A zero tolerance policy and/or increased fines for off-leash dogs in parks may increase confrontations between Animal Control Officers and some dog owners however may increasing the compliance of other dog owners and still others may choose to visit only designated leash-free parks. iv. A Voice and Sight Dog Tag Program has the potential to greatly benefit well trained dogs and their owners, allowing them to legally have an off-leash animal in any park in Bozeman once proof is established that the animal is under voice and/or sight command, (see attachment 6). Conversely, a program of this type has the potential for abuse and may be difficult to enforce. b. Patrol Division (enforcement) 5 Currently BPD patrol officers respond to complaints when an animal-related call for service (CFS) arises, whether through police dispatch, a citizen on the street or by officer observation. CFS statistics below indicate the frequency to which BPD patrol officers respond to animal related complaints (see attachment 7): 2005 715 animal CFS 2006 792 animal CFS 2007 805 animal CFS 2008 666 animal CFS 2009 (Jan) 51 animal CFS Patrol Officers currently provide critical animal control enforcement related services to the citizens of Bozeman, including the issuance of citations. An issue to consider is the re- prioritization of other duties; traffic patrol/control, accident investigation and other investigatory duties if leash law enforcement is determined to be a higher priority and the effects of that policy decision on other patrol duties. Additionally, there may be additional staffing costs associated with re-prioritizing animal control duties for patrol officers. 4) Impacts on Finance Department Currently the Finance Department is responsible for the fiscal aspects of animal licensure in the City of Bozeman. If the Commission provided direction to create and implement a Voice and Sight Dog Tag Program there would likely be financial impacts to this department associated with additional staff time and training required to fulfill this request. In order to achieve consistency and ensure the success of any new program, appropriate Finance staff would work in close cooperation with the BPD’s Animal Control Division. Bozeman is a city of dog lovers but by no means does every Bozeman resident want to encounter poorly trained or potentially dangerous off-leash animals in City parks. The City currently manages four off-leash dog areas including one of the Crown Jewels of the City park system, Burke Park. Encounters between some off-leash dogs, in areas not designated as such, has created tension between those park and trail users with off-leash dogs and those requesting that the existing local ordinances be more strictly enforced. Still other community members suggest rethinking the manner in which we deal with dogs in parks and on trails by offering the owners of properly trained and obedient dogs another option. Any change in policy has impacts on your staff and the community. The intention of this memo is to first identify the problem, if any, second to make suggestions or identify possibilities for discussion, and finally to recognize the impacts of Commission direction on the involved departments and the community. 6 For reference, staff has included the Bozeman Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (RPAB) Dog Committee Report commissioned by the RPAB in 2005 and presented to the Commission in 2006 and a February 10, 2009 recommendation memo from the InterNeighborhood Council to the Bozeman City Commission (see attachments 8 & 9 respectively). FISCAL EFFECTS: Undetermined ALTERNATIVES: As directed by the Commission. Respectfully submitted, _____________________ ________________________ Ron Dingman, Parks and Recreation Director, et al Chuck Winn, Assistant City Manager Attachments: (1) City of Bozeman informational and educational brochures; (2) City of Bozeman animal related web pages; (3) Bozeman Municipal Code Title 6 Animals; (4) City of Bozeman Dog Park Map; (5) Dog Park Design Characteristics; (6) City of Boulder Voice and Sight Dog Tag Program web pages; (7) City of Bozeman Police Department animal related calls for service and citations statistics; (8) Bozeman Recreation and Parks Advisory Board 2005 Dog Committee Report; and (9) February 10, 2009 InterNeighborhood Council Recommendation Memo Intro - Licenses - News - Ordinances - Parks INTRODUCTION Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. In ultricies purus dignissim diam. Maecenas risus odio, laoreet et, convallis adipiscing, rhoncus quis, dolor. Maecenas vitae mi ut felis varius mattis. 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Home Business Departments City Commission Residents Directory Disclaimer Copyright© 2008 City of Bozeman Privacy Statement - COB Best viewed in 1024 X 768 Contact Web Administrator RESIDENTS Residents Citizen Advisory Boards List of Boards Mid Year Experations Maps Neighborhoods Parking Parks and Recreation Pet Place Safe Routes to School Street Reports Streamline Bus Service Trees Water UPCOMING EVENTS Mar 2 - 2009, 6:00 pm City Commission Meeting New City Hall, 121 N. Rouse Learn More.. March 3 & 10, 2009 3:45 - 5:45 pm Babysitting Class for Youth Grades 5+ Learn More.. March 7, 2009 Begins at 10:00 am Historical Structures Seminar for Owners Learn More.. April 18, 2009 9:00 am - 12:00pm Vehicle/Bicycle Auction Griffin & Rouse Learn More.. Pet Information Page 1 of 1 Home Business Departments City Commission Residents Directory PET LICENSES Pets in Bozeman Bozeman's City Government has a vision for Bozeman – to make it the most livable place. A livable place is a clean, healthy community. Licensing pets contributes to the safety of the community – neighbors know your pet has been vaccinated against rabies and is not a health threat. License fees help fund the Animal Control Program which in turn serves the community by trapping loose, nuisance dogs, or wildlife wandering in your backyard. Animal Control also helps you locate your lost pet. Licensing A license is required for any dog or cat over the age of six months which lives within city limits for more than 15 days. You must provide proof of spaying or neutering (altering) and proof of current rabies vaccination from a veterinarian before a FINANCE Finance Home Accounting Budget Documents Capitial Improvements CAFR Treasury Utility Billing City Assessment Billing Parking Licenses Cemetery Download Forms E-Services Pay Special Assessment Pay Water Bill Question-Request-Service Contacts UPCOMING EVENTS Mar 2 - 2009, 6:00 pm City Commission Meeting New City Hall, 121 N. 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Fees Dog Licenses: $10.00 – Altered $25.00 – Unaltered Cat License: $5.00 – Altered $10.00 – Unaltered Kennel License: $50.00 per year Wild Animal Permit: $50.00 per year The Bozeman Municipal Code establishes rules for pet owners. If your pet is in $50.00 per year The Bozeman Municipal Code establishes rules for pet owners. If your pet is in violation of City Ordinance, you could be fined. Fines are paid to the Police Dept. at the Law and Justice Center, 615 S. 16th Ave. or through the mail at PO Box 1230, Bozeman, MT 59771. 00 Failure to Clean Up: 1st Offense : $50.00 2nd Offense: $100.00 3rd Offense: $300.00 Nuisance, Bite, or Bark: Pet Licenses Page 2 of 3 http://www.bozeman.net/bozeman/finance/Treasury/petLicenses.aspx 2/26/2009 1st Offense: $100.00 Additional: $500.00 Owner Responsibilities Well-behaved pets add to Bozeman's appeal as a livable place. To keep others safe, tether your dog when it's outside if your yard has no fence. Keep it from constantly barking or howling. Your neighbors will be much happier if your dog is quiet. Bozeman has a leash law. Your dog must be leashed when on a walk. City parks are for everyone to use and enjoy; please use a pooper scooper. Dogs are prohibited in Sunset Hills Cemetery. Disclaimer Copyright© 2008 City of Bozeman Privacy Statement - COB Best viewed in 1024 X 768 Contact Web Administrator Pet Licenses Page 3 of 3 http://www.bozeman.net/bozeman/finance/Treasury/petLicenses.aspx 2/26/2009 Home Business Departments City Commission Residents Directory Intro - Licenses - News - Ordinances - Parks NEWS Disclaimer Copyright© 2008 City of Bozeman Privacy Statement - COB Best viewed in 1024 X 768 Contact Web Administrator RESIDENTS Residents Citizen Advisory Boards List of Boards Mid Year Experations Maps Neighborhoods Parking Parks and Recreation Pet Place Safe Routes to School Street Reports Streamline Bus Service Trees Water UPCOMING EVENTS Mar 2 - 2009, 6:00 pm City Commission Meeting New City Hall, 121 N. 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City of Bozeman Montana Official Website Page 1 of 1 http://www.bozeman.net/bozeman/residents/pets/petNews.aspx 2/26/2009 Home Business Departments City Commission Residents Directory ANIMAL CONTROL ORDINANCES Bozeman City Ordinances 6.04.010 Definitions 6.04.020 6.04.030 and 6.04.040 License required and exemptions 6.04.050 Kennel Licensing Requirements 6.04.060 Keeping of Exotic or Wild Animals 6.04.070 Restraint and Confinement 6.04.080 Rabies Prevention Requirements - Tag - Penalty for Violation 6.04.090 Quarantine for Dogs Biting Persons 6.04.100 Rabies Prevention Requirements - Physician and Veterinarian Responsibilities 6.04.110 Nuisance Animals Prohibited - Complaints 6.04.120 6.04.130 6.04.140 Impoundment- authorization, redemption, disposition 6.04.150 Cruelty to Animals Prohibited 6.04.160 Cleaning up after Animals POLICE DEPARTMENT Police Home Employment Training Divisions Crime Info City Ordinances Red Light Cameras Sexual/violent Offender Reg. 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City of Bozeman Montana Official Website Page 1 of 1 http://www.bozeman.net/bozeman/residents/pets/petParks.aspx 2/27/2009 IÆ IÆ IÆ IÆ IÆ IÆ IÆ IÆ IÆ IÆ IÆ IÆ IÆ IÆ IÆ IÆ IÆ IÆ IÆ å å å å å å å å å å å ROSE BRONKEN LANGOHR CATTAIL CREEK REGIONAL PARK BRIDGER CREEK BRIDGER CREEK STORY MILL HEADLANDS GRAND NORTH FIELD POCKET PARK BRENTWOOD BEALL CREEKSIDE SOROPTOMIST DOVWILNLTAOGWEN COMPLEX SPORTS LINDLEY SOUTHSIDE GALLAGATOR LINEAR BURKE HYALITE NEW VIEW HAUSER WESTRIDGE NORTH WESTRIDGE EAST ALLISON WESTFIELD CREEK ALDER MEADOWS WEST Dog park design characteristics for off- leash areas (Provided by the City of Bozeman Parks Department) Area designated as “off-leash” for dogs should include the minimum criteria: 1) Size: The area an off leash area shall be no less than one acre aggregated or 43,560 square feet. 2) Fencing should completely encompass the off leash area 3) Gates: Designated, double gated entrance to the facility 4) Waste Disposal: Dog stations with “mutt mitts” and a trash receptacle (Dogi-Pots) 5) Water Source: Each partitioned off area should have a potable water source for dogs. 6) Signage: should include all pertinent information including: rules and regulations, city ordinances, emergency contact information and park name. Additional improvements may include: 1) Partitioned off areas for big and small dogs, that potentially can be rotated to maintain growth of grass and other plant material. 2) Irrigation system for the turfgrassed areas. 3) Picnic tables, benches and shelters. 4) Shade trees 5) Restroom facilities Go Address P.O. Box 791 Boulder, CO 80306 303-441-3440 About Us Home Open Space & Mtn Parks Visitor Information Dogs on Open Space and Mountain Parks Open Space and Mountain Parks offers dog guardians and their dogs many opportunities to enjoy the nature that's right in our backyards. OSMP lands have 143 miles of trails, 94 percent of which are open to dogs. It is your responsibility as a dog guardian to read and understand the regulations so that everyone can enjoy their visit to OSMP! Dog Regulations Dog regulations vary on OSMP lands. In some areas dogs must be leashed. In other areas, dogs may be allowed off-leash if they wear a voice and sight tag and are under voice and sight control. Dogs are prohibited on a few trails. Please check the dog regulation map page for updated information. Some trailheads require dogs to be on-leash. Trailhead Leash Program Dogs must not be aggressive towards other people or dogs. It is illegal for dogs to chase or disturb wildlife or livestock. You must pick up after your dog on OSMP land. Don't leave it by the trail to be picked up later. Voice and Sight Dog Tag Program The city of Boulder is one of only a few systems on the Colorado Front Range which allow dog guardians to walk dogs off-leash. This opportunity is possible only if dogs are not required to be on-leash, are responsibly controlled under voice and sight control and display a voice and sight dog tag. It is a tough standard for both dogs and guardians. Voice and Sight Dog Tag Registration and Information Keep Your Dog Safe OSMP is home to wildlife that could kill or injure your dog. Coyotes can be especially dangerous to dogs -- never let your dog run with coyotes even if they seem to be playing. The easiest way to keep your dog safe from coyotes is to keep your dog on-leash. More information on coyote-dog interaction is Home City A - Z Business Resident Visitor Departments Open Space & Mountain Parks Plants & Wildlife Visitor Information Trails & Recreation About OSMP Get Involved! Kids' Pages Trail Study Areas Preservation Plans and Reports Maps & GIS En Espanol City of Boulder, Colorado -- Official Web Site - OSMP - Dogs Page 1 of 4 http://www.bouldercolorado.gov/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=3051&It... 2/26/2009 available on the Colorado Division of Wildlife's "Living with Wildlife in Coyote Country" page. Other animals that could pose a threat to your dog include black bears, mountain lions, porcupines, skunks and rattlesnakes. All of these animals are more likely to attack your dog if your dog is chasing them. Other safety tips: Keep your dog from running in prairie dog colonies to prevent possible exposure to plague. • Make sure your dog gets enough water and rest stops. Hot temperatures and excercise can cause heat stroke. • • Never leave your dog alone in a car during warm weather. When rock climbing or bouldering, make sure you or someone in your party is with your dog. • • Check yourself and your dog for ticks in the spring. FAQs What is voice and sight control? Why is dog waste such a big deal? How can I find out which trails allow dogs? Why aren't dogs allowed on EM Greenman Trail? Why must dogs be leashed in Lower Skunk Creek and on Bear Canyon Road? Where should I train my dog in voice and sight control? What is voice and sight control? Dogs are off-leash, but stay within your sight and under your control. This means that when you command your dog to come, it does so the first time. You must have a leash for each dog with you. Only two dogs may be off-leash at once (per person). Each dog must display a voice and sight dog tag. Everyone who walks the dog on OSMP land must be registered with the Voice and Sight Dog Tag Program. See voice and sight FAQs Why is dog waste such a big deal? Who cleans up after coyotes? Besides its bad smell, dog waste can pollute water sources and encourage noxious weeds to grow. Coyotes and other wildlife eat what is available to them on OSMP land. Dogs eat dog food or table scraps, so their waste is different from wildlife droppings. Dog waste can harbor microbes and drain to Boulder's City of Boulder, Colorado -- Official Web Site - OSMP - Dogs Page 2 of 4 http://www.bouldercolorado.gov/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=3051&It... 2/26/2009 resevoirs. It is also rich in nitrogen, which encourages noxious and invasive weeds to grow. How can I find out which trails allow dogs? Look at the dog regulation map page. Why aren't dogs allowed on EM Greenman Trail? The process of closing EM Greenman to dogs came from the development of the Visitor Master Plan (VMP). OSMP worked on the plan along with many community groups for several years. The primary goals of the VMP were to improve the quality of the visitor experience, reduce visitor conflict, improve the sustainability of the trails and reduce the impacts of recreational use and facilities on other resources. In evaluating our system we recognized the ecological value and wildlife habitat of EM Greenman and the directive from City Council to balance "no dog" opportunities for visitors. That is why EM Greenman was designated as Dogs Prohibited in the VMP. In April of 2005 City Council approved the VMP. OSMP implemented that part of the plan in March 2007. Why must dogs be leashed in Lower Skunk Creek and on Bear Canyon Road? The rational for the dog regulations in Lower Skunk Creek and Bear Canyon Road has a few different aspects. The area is federally owned, but managed by OSMP. The requirement for dogs to be leashed on properties owned by the federal government including the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) has always been in place, but the authority for enforcement of these regulations until recently was unclear. To better define who has the power of enforcement the city of Boulder entered into a memorandum of understanding with NCAR/UCAR which was approved in 2006. It gave OSMP rangers the ability to enforce existing dog regulations on these properties. Additionally, the land owned by these federal entities is annexed into the city of Boulder and the city regulation requires all dogs to be on leash within city boundaries. Lastly, the OSMP Visitor Master Plan (VMP), approved by Council in April of 2005 called for all dogs using trails in this area to be leashed. These are the provisions that we are required to work under and we are also trying to meet the desired management goals of the property owners, the federal government. Where should I train my dog in voice and sight control? Public dog parks allow dogs to be off-leash even if they don't meet the voice and sight control standard. Want to see your dog on this page? Send in a photo with your dog on OSMP! City of Boulder, Colorado -- Official Web Site - OSMP - Dogs Page 3 of 4 http://www.bouldercolorado.gov/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=3051&It... 2/26/2009 Clicking any flag icon above calls Google translation service to translate the page to the language you have chosen. Graphics containing text, PDF files, and special applications on this page cannot be translated. As with any computer translation, conversion is not context-sensitive and may not convert text into its intended meaning. The city of Boulder does not guarantee the accuracy of translated text. If the information you are seeking is not clear please return to the main page for the specific city department and contact them directly. Please note that some applications and/or services may not work as expected when translated. Plugins needed for this Web site: [ Adobe Reader ] [ Flash Player ] [ Quicktime ] [ Real Player ] Dog Regulation Maps Voice and Sight Dog Tag Program Trailhead Leash Program Last Updated ( Monday, 10 March 2008 ) Copyright © 2009 City of Boulder Disclaimer | Privacy Policy | Security | How to Print City of Boulder, Colorado -- Official Web Site - OSMP - Dogs Page 4 of 4 http://www.bouldercolorado.gov/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=3051&It... 2/26/2009 Bozeman Police Department – 2005 to 2008 Animal Enforcement 0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000 2005 2006 2007 2008 Patrol Officers Connie Lien (full time ACO) Kathy Middleton (1/4 time ACO) ANIMAL CALLS FOR SERVICE 2005‐2008 • Animal Calls include barking dogs, animal bites, loose animals, Officer initiated stops. Average 2,050 per year total. • Kathy Middleton spends remaining 3/4 time as Parking enforcement Officer No City License At Large No Rabies Vacc Other 0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 Total Animal Citations ‐ 2005‐2008 2005 2006 2007 2008 • 2005 total Citations – 696 • 2006 total Citations – 659 • 2007 total Citations – 593 • 2008 total Citations ‐ 635 Bozeman Police Department – 2005 to 2008 Animal Enforcement 424 441 361 550 272 218 132 85 0 100 200 300 400 500 600 2005 2006 2007 2008 ACO Officers Patrol Officers ACO/PATROL CITATIONS 2005‐2008 • Portion of 2007 had only one Animal Control Officer • Patrol Officer Decline after 2006 largely due to Heart of the Valley relocation to Belgrade FINES Failure to License Dog/Cat $50‐$100 ($30 if proof shown by appearance date) No Kennel License $50‐$100 Animal at Large $50‐$100 (1st) $100‐$300 (2nd) Failure to Vaccinate $100‐$500 ($30 if proof shown by appearance date) Nuisance Animal $100‐$500 Fail to Clean up Feces $50‐$100 ANNUAL LICENSE FEES Dog License, altered $10 Dog License, unaltered $25 Cat License, altered $ 5 Cat License, unaltered $10 Kennel License $50 A license is required for any dog or cat over the age of six months which lives within city limits for more than 15 days. A Kennel License is required annually if you have 3 or more dogs or 3 or more cats. Commission Memorandum REPORT TO: Honorable Mayor and City Commission FROM: InterNeighborhood Council (INC) Brit Fontenot, Assistant to the City Manager and Neighborhood Coordinator SUBJECT: INC request for comprehensive consideration of the impacts of dogs and irresponsible pet ownership on neighborhoods, parks and town. MEETING DATE: March 5, 2009 _____________________________________________________________________________________ RECOMMENDATION: In your discussions regarding animals in the City of Bozeman, please consider the following motion and vote taken on February 10, 2009 by the InterNeighborhood Council: It was moved by Bill VandenBos, seconded by Elizabeth Healy that, “The INC respectfully requests that the City Commission consider, in a comprehensive manner, the impact of dogs and irresponsible pet ownership on neighborhoods, parks and town.” The motion passed unanimously [7 – 0]. The BCNA representative was absent. FISCAL EFFECTS: Undetermined ALTERNATIVES: As directed by the Commission. 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7TH AVE INTERSTATE 90 HWY LILY DR GOLDENSTEIN LN W OAK ST S 3RD AVE GRAF ST RAVALLI ST BAXTER LN S TRACY AVE W BABCOCK ST W GARFIELD ST S 27TH AVE W OAK ST ¯ Revised: 1/12/09 City of Bozeman Dog Parks Legend å School IÆ Playground Road Trail Stream Off-Leash Park Park City Limit 1 0.5 0 1 Mile (South Off- Leash of Field Area 4) Off- (Pete's Leash Hill) Area (Snow-Off- Fill Leash Recreation Area Area) (Canine Off- Leash Beach Area Only) Pet Licenses Page 1 of 3 http://www.bozeman.net/bozeman/finance/Treasury/petLicenses.aspx 2/26/2009 http://www.bozeman.net/bozeman/residents/pets/pets.aspx 2/26/2009