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Carriage-horse welfare and franchise renewal flagged after multiple public complaints; city to notify operators of nonrenewal pending new ordinance
Summary
After sustained public criticism about carriage-horse deaths and treatment, the city manager told commissioners staff will notify two carriage-franchise holders their current agreements will not be renewed as-is and offered a first right of refusal under a forthcoming franchise ordinance.
Public commenters repeatedly urged the City Commission to act on carriage-horse welfare during general public comment, citing multiple recent deaths and alleging inadequate veterinary oversight and the potential for sale into slaughter. Speakers named specific animals and causes of death; several showed photos and referenced investigative material.
Residents argued that code changes alone are insufficient without enforcement. Heather Wilson said…
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