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Council gives first reading to ordinance requiring rabies vaccination for licensed dogs for duration of license
Summary
The council held the first reading of an ordinance amending the animals chapter to require licensed dogs to remain vaccinated against rabies for the entire license period and to reference state law for licensing authority; the ordinance cites Michigan law (Act 339 of 1919) and will return for a second reading.
Dearborn City Council members held the first reading on Tuesday of an amendment requiring that licensed dogs maintain rabies vaccination for the full duration of the license period, including multi-year licenses that may span booster-due dates.
Staff said the change clarifies that owners are responsible for keeping their licensed dogs vaccinated for the period covered by the license and that the change aligns local code with Michigan statutory authority. The staff synopsis referenced Michigan law authorizing dog licensing (Act 339 of 1919) and cited state statute for vaccination requirements.
The amendment was presented as a first reading and the council took no final action; staff said the proposed changes are consistent with Michigan law and provide clearer references in the municipal code. The item will return for a second reading at a future meeting.
