Monthly Archives: October 2010

Massachusetts: Bill would prohibit BSL in MA

Posted on October 20, 2010 by | 1 Comment

I think this article is referring to MA S2172. All alerts for S2172 can be found here: http://stopbsl.com/?s=massachusetts+s2172

Bill looks to modernize animal control

By Ashley Studley/Daily News staff
The MetroWest Daily News
Posted Oct 20, 2010 @ 12:06 AM 

BOSTON — [...] Several cities and towns, including Worcester and Boston, have passed legislation restricting pit bulls and pit bull ownership, but dog bites have not been reduced because any dog can become aggressive, according to the MSPCA. For that reason, the new law would prohibit cities and towns from enacting breed-specific legislation.

[...] “Even if you’re not an animal lover, it’s good for cities and towns and people all around,” Holmquist said. “It’s not perfect, but it’s a start at making these laws more reflective of the world we live in today and gives animal control officers the tools they need to protect animals and people.”

Representatives from the MSPCA will be at the State House tomorrow to ask legislators to support the passage of the House bill.

Full article retrieved 10/20/10 from http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/top_stories/x1809787900/Bill-looks-to-modernize-animal-control

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Sheboygan, WI: Council OKs dangerous dog panel (not BSL)

Posted on October 19, 2010 by | Comments Off

All alerts for Sheboygan: http://stopbsl.com/?s=sheboygan

Council OKs dangerous dog panel

Committee will work on local regulations

By Bob Petrie • Sheboygan Press staff • October 19, 2010

The Sheboygan Common Council on Monday approved a 10-member committee to study how to regulate dangerous dogs in the community without singling out breeds.

The committee, which includes three aldermen, three citizens, Police Chief Christopher Domagalski, Assistant City Attorney Chuck Adams, a local veterinarian, and a representative from the Sheboygan County Humane Society, is expected to meet over the next few weeks to help write a dangerous dogs ordinance.[...]

[...]The move comes two weeks after the council rejected a proposed ordinance by Ald. Scott Versey that would have placed severe restrictions on several dog breeds, including pit bull terriers.[...]

Full article retrieved 10/19/10 from http://www.sheboyganpress.com/article/20101019/SHE0101/10190382/Council-OKs-dangerous-dog-panel

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Gwinnett County, GA: Animal advisory council decries proposed BSL

Posted on October 19, 2010 by | 3 Comments

All alerts for Gwinnett County: http://stopbsl.com/?s=gwinnett+county

Gwinnett County Commissioners contact info
The Animal Advisory committee recommended against BSL, but the county commissioners will make the final decision as to whether to proceed with BSL. Please keep your correspondence polite and informative.
District 1 Commissioner: Shirley Lasseter, Shirley.Lasseter@gwinnettcounty.com
770.822.7001
District 2 Commissioner: Bert Nasuti, Bert.Nasuti@gwinnettcounty.com
770.822.7002
District 3 Commissioner: Mike Beaudreau, Mike.Beaudreau@gwinnettcounty.com
770.822.7003
District 4 Commissioner: Kevin Kenerly, Kevin.Kenerly@gwinnettcounty.com
770.822.7004

Citizens’ animal panel decries county plan to restrict pit bulls

By Patrick Fox
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
8:44 p.m. Tuesday, October 19, 2010

If Gwinnett County officials want to restrict pit bull ownership, they’ll do it without the support of their own citizens’ advisory panel.

[...]The seven-member Animal Advisory Council, appointed by the county commission, said they would not endorse the measure after hearing from a host of residents.

Council Chairwoman Gail LaBerge said she has fought breed-specific legislation for 10 years. Most recently she has been involved in the Douglasville City ordinance addressing the same issue.

“I cannot support it in Douglasville,” she said, “and I will not support it in my own county.”

The proposed ordinance would require owners to provide name, address and a registration fee to the county. Owners would also have to supply proof of insurance, a full description of the pit bull, including a photo, and proof of inoculation. They would also be required to provide a sturdy enclosure that does not share fencing with a perimeter fence.[...]

Full article retrieved 10/19/10 from http://www.ajc.com/news/gwinnett/citizens-animal-panel-decries-685839.html

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Kirksville, MO: Citizens speak out against pit bull ban

Posted on October 19, 2010 by | Comments Off

Kirksville city council took no action at this meeting. Most of those who spoke were against the ban.

Council meetings take place on the first and third Monday of every month at 6:00 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers. Next city council meeting: Nov. 1. (unknown at this time whether the ordinance will be considered on that date).

Citizens speak out against pit bull ban

by Eden Derby
Posted: 10.18.2010 at 10:58 PM

KIRKSVILLE, MO — The air was thick with emotion in Kirksville Monday night at a public meeting about the city’s proposed Dangerous Animal Ordinance.

 The proposal would ban full or mixed breed pit bulls within the Kirksville city limits.

Two city employees were there to speak on behalf of staff, like meter readers who have been threatened by dogs.

16 citizens voiced their concerns with the breed-specific ban.[...]

Full article retrieved 10/19/10 from http://www.heartlandconnection.com/news/story.aspx?id=527954

The ordinance may be viewed here: http://www.kirksvillecity.com/filestorage/68/Dangerous_Animal_Ordinance_Draft.pdf

City of Kirksville, 201 South Franklin Street, Kirksville, MO 63501
660-627-1225
Toll Free: 888-299-1223
660-665-0940 (fax)

City Council:
Todd Kuhns, Mayor, tkuhns@kirksvillecity.com
Richard Detweiler, rdetweiler@kirksvillecity.com
Carolyn Chrisman, cchrisman@kirksvillecity.com
Tony Fajkus, tfajkus@kirksvillecity.com
Martha Rowe, mrowe@kirksvillecity.com
City Manager Mari Macomber, mmacomber@kirksvillecity.com
City Clerk Vicki Brumbaugh, vbrumbaugh@kirksvillecity.com

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Gwinnett County, GA: BSL to be discussed, Oct 18

Posted on October 18, 2010 by | Comments Off

The Gwinnett County Animal Advisory committee will issue a recommendation on the county’s newly proposed BSL during their meeting on Oct. 18, 2010 at 7 PM at the Animal Welfare and Enforcement Center, 884 Winder Highway, Lawrenceville.

The proposal requires that pit bull owners follow special containment, insurance, and registration restrictions.

Gwinnett County Commissioners contact info
The Animal Advisory committee will issue a recommendation tomorrow, but the county commissioners will make the final decision as to whether to proceed with BSL. Please keep your correspondence polite and informative.
District 1 Commissioner: Shirley Lasseter, Shirley.Lasseter@gwinnettcounty.com
770.822.7001
District 2 Commissioner: Bert Nasuti, Bert.Nasuti@gwinnettcounty.com
770.822.7002
District 3 Commissioner: Mike Beaudreau, Mike.Beaudreau@gwinnettcounty.com
770.822.7003
District 4 Commissioner: Kevin Kenerly, Kevin.Kenerly@gwinnettcounty.com
770.822.7004

Gwinnett proposes restrictions on pit bulls

By Patrick Fox
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Gwinnett County News 4:48 p.m. Monday, October 18, 2010

[...] Gwinnett County Animal Advisory Council Chairperson Gail LaBerge would not comment on the proposed ordinance but said she does plan to speak on the matter when it is presented.

The Gwinnett County Commission can abide by or ignore the council’s recommendation.[...]

Full article retrieved 10/18/10 from http://www.ajc.com/news/gwinnett/gwinnett-proposes-restrictions-on-684953.html

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Buchanan, GA: Whispers of BSL

Posted on October 15, 2010 by | 1 Comment

Nothing has been formally proposed to the Buchanan, GA city council at this time, but those in and around the area should reach out to city officials NOW before an ordinance hits the table.

Benjamin S. “Buster” Biggers, mayor@buchananga.com
(770) 646-3081

Kenny Hughes, Mayor Pro Tem, khughes@buchananga.com
(770) 646-3081

Patricia Cook, pcook@buchananga.com
(770) 646-3081

Benjamin Westmoreland, bwestmoreland@buchananga.com
(770) 646-3081

McKinley Pate, mpate@buchananga.com
(770) 646-3081

Property purchase yields contention

by Kelly Quimby/The Haralson Gateway-Beacon

[... City Attorney Rob] Monroe told the councilman that the city and county already have strict ordinances in place for animals, but he would look at putting a new ordinance together if there is a problem with dangerous dogs.

“We’re going to have a problem sooner or later with these pit bulls,” [Councilmember Benjamin] Westmoreland said. “These animals are monsters.”[...]

Full article retrieved 10/15/10 from http://www.times-georgian.com/view/full_story/9913854/article-Property-purchase-yields-contention?instance=west_ga_news

Thanks to Jodi for the heads up.

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Ypsilanti Township, MI: Council may discuss breed-specific MSN, Oct 19

Posted on October 15, 2010 by | 1 Comment

Ypsilanti Township city council may consider breed-specific MSN during their Oct. 19 council meeting at 7:00 PM at in the Civic Center Board Room, 7200 S. Huron River Drive, Ypsilanti Township.

Remember, breed-specific mandatory spay/neuter is breed-specific legislation. It carries all the same flaws and moral dilemmas as any other type of breed-specific law. It is difficult to enforce, does not improve public safety, and results in the needless death of pets.

And, once you allow a municipality to identify a “pit bull” for mandatory spay/neuter (something which cannot actually be done in a fair or scientific manner), that municipality has the ability to identify a “pit bull” for additional restrictions. One Ypsi resident makes a telling statement: “We’re not saying get rid of them, yet. And that’s another ordinance that could come up.”

Contact information for Ypsilanti Township: 
Township Civic Center, 7200 S. Huron River Dr., Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Online contact form: http://ytown.org/contact-us
Supervisor Brenda Stumbo, supervisor@ytown.org
Clerk Karen Lovejoy Roe, klovejoyroe@ytown.org
Treasurer Larry Doe
Trustee Jean Hall Currie
Trustee Stan Eldridge
Trustee Mike Martin
Trustee Darcus Sizemore

Previous alerts for Ypsilanti Township: http://stopbsl.com/?s=ypsilanti

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