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c 4 2GG /GB CJGG� 515 Little Canada Road, little Canada, MN 55117 -1600 (612) 484 -2177 / FAX: (612) 484 -4538 September 17, 1993 TO: Mayor Hanson and Members of the City Council FROM: Kathy Glanzer, Administrative Assistant RE: Deer Population Control Options MAYOR Raymond G. Han,on COUNct Beverly Scaly Jim Lava, Steve Morita, Bob Pederkn ADMINISTRgmR Joel R. Han" At the direction of the Council, I conducted a survey of the surrounding cities to determine how they address control of the deer population in their cities. Following are the results of that survey: Vadnais Heights - Receives only an occasional request for a bow and arrow license. Such licenses are restricted to truck farmers and issued to aid farmers in controlling crop damage. No plans for further action. Roseville - Only minor deer problems, and deer control has not been an issue in this city. Maplewood - Have had relatively few complaints and no control measures in place. Shoreview - Deer control is addressed upon receipt of a petition from residents. If a problem is evident, the DNR is contacted. In the past the DNR has conducted a controlled kill, but this has not occurred in recent years. Arden Hills - Have had no problems or complaints and no control measures in place. North Oaks - Deer control is discussed on an annual basis, and various options have been used over the years. These options include shooting, relocating deer, bringing in a sharp- shooter. No decisions have been made on how the problem will be addressed this year. As you can see from the survey, it appears that North Oaks is the only City that might join in a cooperative venture for controlling deer. For the most prompt results, uit may be best to operate on our own if the Council determines some action on the part of the City is appropriate. Page 22