Excessive Wild Animal Feeding Irks Resident

Melissa Mitri told supervisors on Tuesday that her children are afraid to go outside and play on equipment because of the large amount of animal droppings there.

Mitri, a resident of the Timber Run, said that was one reason she was asking for the board’s assistance regarding excessive wild animal feeding in her area.

She reported that a neighbor is feeding the animals and that it has become a health and safety issue for residents. As many as 52 birds have been counted in the yard at one time as well as raccoons, feral cats and deer.

Mitri has contacted the township's animal control officer and the state gaming commission, which said they are unable to take action without a township ordinance.

“This is not right,” said board Chairman Debbis. “Let’s have something for February so we can move pretty quickly on this.” 

The board will contact Washington County and have a proposal for the next meeting.

Solicitor John Smith recommended that the Homeowner’s Association pass a rule to prevent this, but a representative indicated they were limited to a one-time $100 fine which may not be enough to stop the feeding.