§ 94.01 PURPOSE.

   The purposes of the animal control programs are as follows.

   (A)   To protect the public health and safety:

      (1)   From rabies in accordance with the Animal Control Act, being 510 ILCS 5;

      (2)   From dangerous and vicious dogs;

      (3)   By educating the public about state and local ordinances;

      (4)   By controlling and impounding animals under is jurisdiction; and

      (5)   By enforcing local and state statutes.

   (B)   To promote the welfare of animals:

      (1)   By adhering to the State Humane Care for Animals Act, being 510 ILCS 70;

      (2)   By educational programs about responsible pet ownership; and

      (3)   By the humane care and maintenance of impounded animals.

(Prior Code, § 5-5-1) (Ord. 688, passed 3-1-2010)