§ 4-225. Prohibitions.

(a)

Encouragement of pigeon congregating, lingering, or roosting is declared to be a public health nuisance, whether intentional or unintentional.

(b)

It shall be unlawful to:

(1)

Feed pigeons, in any manner in the county; and/or

(2)

Intentionally or unintentionally place, offer, or provide food in any manner, including, but not limited to, discarded food, food byproducts, vegetables, garbage or animal food of any type.

(c)

This prohibition shall not apply to pigeons kept at all times in pens, cages or enclosures, nor does it prohibit the feeding of birds utilizing practices that prohibit pigeons from obtaining feed.

(d)

All persons currently ground-feeding birds, thus encouraging the congregation, lingering, or roosting of pigeons that are not kept in pens, cages, or enclosures, shall immediately cease and desist such practice and remove and/or properly dispose of all waste generated by such practices.

( Ord. No. 1998-03 , § 2, 4-6-2009)