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Wildlife Commission urges city action on deer, habitat restoration and staffing

2620829 · February 12, 2025
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The Wildlife Commission presented recommendations to council including assigning staff to coordinate wildlife issues, pursuing habitat restoration and participating in regional deer management efforts.

The Southfield Wildlife Advisory Commission presented its work to City Council on Feb. 10 and recommended the city assign staff responsibility for wildlife coordination, add a small budget line for the commission and pursue habitat-restoration work to address deer impacts.

John (Wildlife Advisory Commission), speaking for the commission, said the group was formed in 2020 and has met regularly since 2021. The commission recommended one employee be designated to coordinate wildlife issues across departments and serve as a single point of contact for residents, elected…

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