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BILL NO. 23-061Ord.No:          19465

Agenda Title:

23-061 - 2R.  An ordinance amending Section 3.03.007 “Aggressive Dogs” of the Independence City Code.
Background:

On May 1, 2023, the City received the circulated petitions proposing a repeal of City Code SEC 3.03.006 “Keeping of Pit Bulls Prohibited” and a review of City Code Sections 3.03.007 “Aggressive Dogs,” 3.03.008 “Dangerous Dogs,” and 3.03.009 “Vicious Dogs,” to assure protections for the citizens from any dangerous animals.

On June 5, 2023, the City Council voted to repeal SEC 3.03.006 and directed the City Manager to conduct a review of the applicable City Code and submit an amended ordinance to enhance safety.
 
Department:          Health and Animal ServicesContact Person:          Christina Heinen


REVIEWERS:
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Finance DepartmentApproved
City Managers OfficeApproved
City Clerk DepartmentApproved

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ATTACHMENTS:
DescriptionType
Chapter 3 Amendment 3.03.007Ordinance
Memo regarding Chapter 3 Ordinance ChangesAdditional Explanation