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Wednesday, August 27, 2025

Rich County Public Hearing for the Control of Dogs and other pets ordinance

 

NOTICE OF

PUBLIC HEARING

 

Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 11:00 AM in the Rich County Courthouse, 20 S. Main Street in Randolph.  The Rich County Board of Commissioners is considering amending its Ordinance for the Control of Dogs and Other Pets (no. 22-001).  A copy of this proposed ordinance can be obtained by contacting the Rich County Clerk, Anneliesa Peart at (435) 793-2415.

 

The County last amended its pet control ordinance in 2022.  The Commission is considering an amendment that would make it easier to address noise complaints caused by barking dogs.  The amendment being considered would make a first violation an Infraction subject to a $100 fine.  Subsequent violations within 12 months of a prior conviction or formal warning would be considered a class-C misdemeanor subject to a $250 fine.  Additional violations within 12 months of two prior convictions or warnings would be considered a class-B misdemeanor subject to a $690 fine and require a mandatory court appearance.

 

The Board of Commissioners is soliciting the public’s comments on the proposed ordinance.  Those attending the hearing will be invited to provide their input.  Those wishing to comment, but who are unable to attend the hearing may also submit written comments to the Rich County Clerk prior to the hearing.

 

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