Public hearing opened on draft Chapter 32 changes over deer control, map opt‑in

Sep 2, 2026

Bellaire held a public hearing on proposed amendments to Chapter 32 (discharge of firearms, bows and crossbows). Residents raised concerns about inclusion of small parcels on the draft map and urged alternatives to lethal deer management; no ordinance action was taken.

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Bellaire Village Council opened a public hearing at 7:09 PM on proposed amendments to Chapter 32, the ordinance governing discharge of firearms, bows and crossbows within village limits. Commenters asked the council to refine a draft property map and consider nonlethal deer management before permitting discharge.

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