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Council hears resident reports of growing wild-hog problem; animal services and police outline response options
Summary
Residents and council discussed increasing wild-hog activity. Animal Services said staff will attempt to scare hogs off and coordinate with Texas Parks and Wildlife for trapping; law enforcement warned against private shooting near city limits and outlined safety rules.
Council members and residents described a growing problem with wild hogs damaging yards and posing a safety risk in parts of Alpine. The issue drew questions about who is responsible for removal and what residents may legally do inside city limits.
Council and staff said the city’s Animal Services typically responds by trying to "scoot" hogs off properties when it is safe and to coordinate with the Texas Parks and…
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