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Chief Adams outlines hunting setback options; council to seek narrower distances for city limits
Summary
Public safety staff reviewed hunting‑ordinance setback distances (100–400 feet); county GIS proposed a 200‑foot outline, but staff said much of the city would be excluded under larger setbacks. Council directed staff to continue study and consider reduced setbacks that fit the city’s developed footprint.
Chief Adams presented options for a local hunting ordinance focused on setback distances from adjoining property lines, noting that jurisdictions vary widely (the transcript referenced setbacks from 100 to 400 feet). County GIS produced a 200‑foot outline to visualize where hunting would be possible inside city limits and staff said the larger setbacks would exclude most of the city because of dense development and trail networks.
Councilmembers discussed the limited availability of suitable land within city limits and requested staff continue refining options, including investigating narrower setbacks or designated areas that would be appropriate for hunting while protecting populated or high‑use corridors. No motion was taken; staff offered to continue the analysis and return with maps and recommendations.
