(a) For the purpose of this section, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning:
(1) “Animal” means any domestic animal, including, but not limited to, dogs and cats.
(2) “Owner” means a person who harbors, keeps, controls or possesses an animal.
(3) “Private land” means any and all property owned by residents or businesses in the Village.
(4) “Public land” means any and all property owned by the Village, including sidewalks, rights of way and streets.
(5) “Waste” means fecal matter derived from animals.
(b) No owner of any animal shall permit such animal to deposit waste upon public or private land in the Village, other than that of the owner.
(c) Any owner observing or learning of his or her animal depositing waste upon public or private land, other than that of the owner, shall immediately remove such waste from such land and dispose of such waste in an enclosed container.
(d) Whoever violates or fails to comply with any of the provisions of this section is guilty of a minor misdemeanor.
(Ord. 2000-8. Passed 6-15-00.)