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City Council Regular Meeting Minutes 12 July 27, 2004 Page 12 1 Councilmember Horst stated.that he is surprised with the amount of controversy this issue 2 caused. He indicated that there are two sides to every story,adding that he believes the 3 agreement that was decided upon is a"compromise". He noted that he believes it is the best"that 4 could be done, suggesting that no matter what the outcome may be someone will not be happy. 5 He concluded in noting that he is in support of the motion. 6 7 Councilmember Stille indicated that he believes the standard should be two dogs per household. 8 He made reference to a call he received from a resident stating that the City should allow no 9 dogs. Despite the differences in views, he noted that Staff had to "compromise"and meet in the 10 "middle of the road". He added that if a resident demonstrates responsible dog ownership of two 11 dogs, that they have the option to gain the "acceptability"of their neighbors for a third dog. He 12 concluded in noting that he is in support of the motion. 13 14 Councilmember Faust stated once again that Staff had to reach a"compromise", adding that the 15 original standard of two dogs per household had not changed,however, an option has been added 16 to receive a third. He suggested that should an individual obtain a third dog and not be 17 responsible in caring for them, then they could lose their right in ownership with renewing their 18 multiple pet permit. He concluded in noting that he is in support of the motion. 19 20 Mayor Hodson stated that he will support the motion, adding, however, that he is not in 21 agreement with the revisions made. He continued in urging residents to try and resolve issues 22 regarding irresponsible dog owners within their neighborhood, noting that if the issue still 23 presents itself to contact the police. 24 25 Councilmember Faust added that residents should contact the police regarding unlicensed dogs 26 also. 27 28 Ayes-4,Nays-1 (Thuesen). Motion carried. 29 30 D. Ordinance 04-005; Review and Amend Ordinance 1210-03, of Certain Animal 31 City Manager Morrison reviewed the amended City Ordinance 1210.02 to reflect the changes in 32 City Ordinance 515, asking Council to consider waiving the first and second readings of this 33 City Ordinance change to correspond with the third reading of the Dog Ordinance. He reported 34 the changes as follows: 35 36 1210.02 - Keeping of Certain Animals. No person may keep swine, cattle,horses, goats, 37 or more than two dogs or three dogs allowed under City Ordinance 515 or fowl, 38 within the City nearer than 500 feet to any human habitation or platted land, without 39 approval of the Council. The Council may, before approving or denying any request for 40 approval, request a report from the Health Officer concerning the effect on public health. 41 42 Motion by Councilmember Horst, seconded by Councilmember Faust, to Approve Ordinance 43 04-005; Review and Amend Ordinance 1210-03, waiving the 2nd and 3rd Readings;Keeping of 44 Certain Animals. 45 46 Motion carried unanimously.