Title
Animal Control Bylaw 02-2012 Information
Recommendation
That Council accept Administration's Report as information.
Body
Purpose
To share the draft amended Animal Control Bylaw with Council and provide information on changes within it, as well as Administration's plans for public engagement.
Summary
As per the attached Administrative Report our current Animal Control Bylaw reaches its sunset clause date on 2359 hours on July 1, 2012 and therefore requires review. The revised draft bylaw is necessary for the good of our residents as it assists the County in regulating and controlling household pets, animals and birds. Administration is proposing several changes which are outlined in the Administrative Report.
Administration intends to roll out the draft Animal Control Bylaw, along with the Community Standards Bylaw and Parks Bylaw which are also up for review to the public. The focus of the public engagement will center on creating awareness amongst the residents about the bylaw and its contents. The Public Engagement Plan is attached and contains further detail on our approach and key messaging.
Administrative Position
Administration is of the opinion that the draft bylaw and identified public engagement approach will provide the necessary information Administration requires to fine tune the draft bylaw to bring back to Council for the formal bylaw approval process in May.
Strategic Plan/Policy/Legal/Staff Implications (As Required)
Strategic Plan connections:
Quality of Life - Goal 2 Parkland County will maintain and enhance community safety.
Governance - Goal 1 Parkland County will ensure Administration is provided with the necessary tools to serve the residents of Parkland County efficiently and effectively.
Parkland County has the authority under the Municipal Government Act, to enact this bylaw.
Other (As Required)
The bylaw will act as a guide for residents promoting responsible pet, animal and bird ownership.