October 18th, 1976

there had been only one complaint regarding the pigeons flying overhead
and had immediately recalled the birds when he became aware that an
apparent problem existed. Alderman Traboulay noted that Mr. DeVries
presently had 40 birds and queried whether he would be willing to consider
the maximum of 20 birds as suggested. Mr. DeVries advised that although
it would limit his racing abilities, he would be willing to consider a
limitation. Mayor Campbell advised that Mr. DeVries had made every
effort to provide as much supportive evidence as possible for Council's
information and had also submitted sample By-laws from Maple Ridge and
Surrey in this respect. It was further noted that racing pigeons are
becoming a very popular and extremely competitive hobby. Alderman
Thompson enquired as to the number of hours per day the birds would be
out and at what times during the day, and was advised by Mr. DeVries
that it was usually twice a day for one-half to one hour per time and
the hours varied according to the shifts he was working, the weather,
and whether or not the birds were in training.

Moved by Alderman Traboulay:

Seconded by Alderman Ranger:

That the necessary By-law amendment be prepared to permit the
keeping of a maximum of 30 mature racing pigeons in a residential zone,

providing the owner is a member of an accredited pigeon racing association.

Carried.

Alderman Laking voted against the resolution.

From the Health Committee, October 7th, 1976 reporting on a meeting Health Comm. re
report from SPCA

re spay-neuter
clinic,etc.

with Mr. Jack Homes of the S.P.C.A. during which he reported that over
1500 spay-neuters had been performed at the new clinic and the rate was
increasing to the point where additional staff would have to be hired.
Some 189 Port Coquitlam residents had taken their pets to the Clinic and
the Clinic is handling in excess of 700 information calls per day. Mr.
Homes had also indicated that the replacement incinerator was now on
site and is being installed and was expected to be in operation shortly.
Alderman Traboulay noted that in spite of the success of the spay-neuter
programme, there were still irresponsible pet owners and requested that
Aldermen receiving complaints in this regard, immediately advise the
S.P.C.A. directly of the problem area so that appropriate action can be

taken.

From the Health Committee, October 7th,1976 presenting a draft By- Health Comm. re
amend to Untidy

law to amend the City's Untidy Premises By-law which would improve the Premises B/L~