PRESCOTT, Ariz. (AP) - Prescott officials are divided on a regulation that would ban people from feeding wildlife in the Arizona city.
The Daily Courier reports (https://bit.ly/1TEitiP ) that the proposal would make it illegal to intentionally feed or attract wildlife. It is meant to prevent uncontrollable numbers of animals that could damage property or disrupt residents.
Residents would still be able to feed their own horses, hang birdfeeders and toss bread to ducks on lakes or ponds, among other activities.
Residents who support the ban say it is a public safety issue and cite problems with animals ranging from javelinas to mountain lions.
Some officials supported the change, while others expressed concerns that the rule would just create another burden for local law enforcement.
The City Council has not yet voted on the issue.
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Information from: The Daily Courier, https://www.dcourier.com
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