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Reinbeck council votes to keep ordinance barring backyard chickens and ducks

City Council of Reinbeck, Iowa · May 4, 2026

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Summary

After resident testimony and council discussion about noise and waste, Reinbeck's City Council voted unanimously May 4 to retain the existing ordinance that does not allow chickens or ducks within city limits.

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Resident Sophia Goebel asked the Reinbeck City Council to permit chickens and ducks within city limits during the May 4 meeting. Councilmembers voiced concerns about potential noise, odors and waste management.

Following discussion, Councilmember Pease moved to leave the city ordinance as written (which does not permit chickens or ducks). The motion was seconded by Councilmember Trepp and passed on a 5–0 vote.

Council provided no changes or conditional allowances; the ordinance remains unchanged.

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