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Residents and carriage‑horse operators trade accusations over horse welfare at public comments
Summary
Several residents urged the City Commission to restrict or end carriage-horse operations, citing alleged cruelty and risk of horses being sent to slaughter; operators defended care practices and described animal retirement plans.
Multiple members of the public used the Aug. 25 public-comment period to press the City Commission on carriage-horse operations on the Bayfront, presenting photographs and citing state and municipal animal‑welfare rules. Speakers included Heather Wilson and Catherine Zoda, who cited Florida anti‑cruelty law and the municipal code, and Susan Hill, who urged fuller historical context for Fish Island while also supporting concern for animal welfare. Owner/operators, including Jennifer Cushin, spoke in defense of the trade and…
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