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Commission approves first reading of leash, animal-control ordinance aligning city rules with county

City Commission of Winter Garden · April 9, 2026

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Summary

The Winter Garden City Commission gave unanimous first-reading approval to Ordinance 26-10, which would replace and align the city's animal control rules with Orange County provisions to strengthen leash and owner-control requirements, refine park restrictions and adjust the dog-friendly dining program; second reading is scheduled for April 2026.

The Winter Garden City Commission on Thursday gave unanimous first-reading approval to Ordinance 26-10, a comprehensive update to the city's animal-control code intended to align local rules with Orange County's animal-control ordinance.

Staff member Mark (staff) told the commission the ordinance would "repeal and replace existing…

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