, which was introduced Tuesday night by city councilors, defines areas where dog excrement is prohibited and allows for a fine to be imposed. The ordinance comes after multiple complaints from residents in recent weeks.
The new ordinance defines in clear terms the requirements of owners removing and disposal of dog excrement within the city of Craig due to continuing issues with dog excrement being present within city limits.
“We decided to take a look at the ordinance following comments and concerns at the last council meeting,” said City Attorney Heather Cannon. “The code was already there, but we are adding sections A through J. Previously, there was no penalty for violating that provision, so this ordinance now obviously gives law enforcement the ability to issue a citation for city court, ability to issue a fine.”