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City reports progress on deer management: 257 taken toward 355-goal; HOA access remains a barrier
Summary
City staff and contractor reported that 257 deer have been removed toward a goal of 355 (72.4%), but homeowners associations in several subdivisions are declining access to common ground, creating persistent pockets of deer.
City staff updated the committee on the ongoing deer management program and reported that, as of the most recent tally, 257 deer have been removed, putting the program at about 72.4 percent of a stated goal of 355 deer.
Staff said the operation averages about 14.27 deer per night of operation and that the program is producing measurable reductions in deer sightings in many treated neighborhoods. However, staff and the contractor (White Buffalo) told the committee that several homeowners associations—Garden Valley, Wildhorse, West Hampton Woods and Highlands—have declined to permit operations on HOA-owned common ground. That reluctance leaves untreated pockets where deer remain concentrated, staff said.
Staff noted that a number of residents in the targeted neighborhoods have contacted the city in support of management and that the city will keep reaching out to HOAs and residents to obtain permission where possible. The committee discussed enforcement of existing no-feed ordinances and suggested staff offer more public information about program results to encourage HOA participation.
Ending: Staff will continue the program, pursue outreach to HOAs and residents, and provide a final report once the program reaches the goal or the season ends.
