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Council delays second reading of animal ordinance until Feb. 16 for more input
Summary
Council postponed the second reading of Ordinance 25-514 (amending Chapter 10 on animals) to Feb. 16, 2026, citing a need to gather additional public comments and to address broader animal-related concerns beyond cat issues.
The council deferred action on Ordinance 25-514, an amendment to Chapter 10 (animals), to allow staff additional time to meet with stakeholders and collect public input. During discussion the mayor and council members said they want to publish the ordinance as previously passed, solicit comments and return with suggested amendments at the Feb. 16, 2026 meeting.
A motion to postpone the second reading until Feb. 16 passed on roll call. Staff explained the delay will enable meetings with residents and interested parties and ensure that issues related to cats and other animal topics are considered in any subsequent amendments.
