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Committee warned of bear encounters; reservoir ordinance enforcement to begin in two weeks
Summary
Committee members said Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) and city staff will press enforcement when the reservoir ordinance takes effect in two weeks; members reported at least seven bears killed recently and linked many incidents to residents leaving trash or intentionally feeding animals.
Committee member (S2) told the group that the reservoir ordinance enforcement will begin in two weeks and that Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) is urging a significant enforcement push. He said residents are “sick of it” and cited community concern after reports that six bears had been killed — he said the number is now seven — and urged stricter enforcement of trash storage rules.
Committee members and staff debated whether bears were trapped, transported, euthanized or shot in individual incidents. One participant said the bear taken at 19th and Adams was shot and later loaded for removal; others discussed attempts to deter animals with rubber bullets and the problem of people intentionally feeding wildlife. Members said stronger enforcement, and clarification on who receives tickets under the ordinance, would be needed to reduce attractants and public‑safety risks.
