§ 5-24. Feeding of wildlife

(a)

It shall be unlawful for any person to intentionally or knowingly place or put out food for any animal but not to include domesticated animals, songbirds or hummingbirds.

(b)

Feeding of songbirds and hummingbirds shall be permitted outdoors at such times and in such numbers that:

(1)

Such feeding does not create an unreasonable disturbance that affects the reasonable use and enjoyment of surrounding properties.

(2)

Does not create an accumulation of droppings on the property or surrounding properties.

(3)

Does not become an attractant for rodents or other wild animals.

(4)

Bird food is provided via a bird feeder which is placed at least five feet above the ground.

(c)

Feeding of ducks shall be permitted only in city parks where authorized.

(Ord. No. 10-1843, § 1, 1-5-2010; Ord. No. 2010-1847, § 1, 3-1-2010)