By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
During the May 27 meeting of the Guthrie County Board of Supervisors, discussion was held on moving forward with creating an Animal Protection and Control ordinance for the county.
Supervisor JD Kuster asked about the wording saying that dogs should be leashed or confined. He said there are many farms and rural properties where dogs run loose but stay on the home property. Supervisor Chair Maggie Armstrong said if a dog isn’t being aggressive, there would be no problem.
“It’s threatening behavior that is the issue,” she said.
The supervisors voted to approve the title and summary of the proposed ordinance, to be published June 5. The supervisors will then hold a first reading of the proposed ordinance at the regular meeting on June 17.
The supervisors held a public hearing on the county’s proposed budget amendment for fiscal year 2024. No members of the public addressed the supervisors on the issue. After the public hearing closed, the supervisors unanimously approved the amendment.
The supervisors discussed agenda item No. 7, Shelley Property (Penn Township) Right-of-way fence dispute. Armstrong reported that cattle on this property have frequently been found on county land (roadway) due to inadequate fencing on the property. The supervisors voted to approve the county attorney to send a letter to the property owner to address the issue.
The supervisors meet regularly on Tuesdays at 9 a.m. The public is welcome to attend in person or via remote technology. To join remotely, call 323-792-6123, then use meeting code 547029216#.