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Residents urge Downey to step up coyote outreach; staff points to existing plan and outreach options
Summary
A resident reported increased coyote sightings and pet losses and asked the city for workshops and stronger outreach; staff said a coyote management plan is online and pledged increased materials, and council discussed town‑hall style outreach and neighborhood‑watch training.
A Downey resident told the council Coyotes are appearing more often in neighborhoods as breeding season approaches and requested city‑run workshops and outreach so residents learn how to deter and haze coyotes safely.
The resident, Sarah (last name not given), said she has filed reports with the city hotline and county and state wildlife agencies and suggested the city coordinate community programs: "The long term goal is that we want to make sure that they have their natural fear of humans," she said, arguing that better outreach could reduce pet deaths and dangerous encounters.
City staff responded that Downey maintains a coyote management plan on its website and that the city regularly shares best practices on social media. Staff said they have discussed providing brochures, example deterrent tools and coordination with wildlife organizations and that a town‑hall style session is feasible. Council members proposed incorporating coyote training into neighborhood‑watch programming and holding live workshops where residents can ask questions.
No formal policy action or funding appropriation was taken at the meeting; staff committed to increase public information and to explore outreach options with the police and wildlife partners.
