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Residents describe severe raccoon problem and urge city help
Summary
Stephen and Barbara Ruff told the council that raccoons have attacked neighbors, damaged lawns and that county agencies lack budget for trapping and relocation; the Ruffs said they were prepared to poison animals and asked the city to follow up. Staff said they would get back to the Ruffs.
During public comment, Stephen and Barbara Ruff of 5425 64th Ave W asked the council for help with a persistent raccoon infestation behind Heritage Christian School. They described one incident in which a neighbor was bitten and required hospital care and multiple rabies‑series shots. They said Pierce…
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