Council accepts Coyote Management Plan update and extends abatement contract year‑round
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The council accepted a Coyote Management Plan update and authorized continuation of the city's abatement contract for trapping coyotes at allowable locations, with staff to continue outreach and education.
The Torrance City Council accepted an update on the city’s Coyote Management Plan and directed staff to continue abatement services year‑round under the contract amendment presented.
John LaRocque of Community Services summarized the plan’s elements: public education on securing attractants (trash, pet food, fallen fruit), pet supervision, hazing techniques, hotline and app reporting, yard audits, targeted outreach to HOAs and community associations, and contracted abatement for coyotes at permitted locations. Staff said outreach includes one‑on‑one trainings and yard audits, and noted the city performs follow‑up with residents who report sightings.
Councilmember Frank Metucci moved that the council accept the update and continue abatement services year‑round; the motion passed unanimously.
Ending: Staff will continue outreach, reporting and abatement services as authorized and remain available for council questions.