(A) The county will operate an animal control program in accordance with the Animal Control Act, and through an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Jerseyville. The purpose of the animal control program is to protect the public from rabies and from vicious and dangerous dogs by controlling and impounding animals under its jurisdiction.
(B) This chapter applies to unincorporated areas of the county, and issues that are not specifically addressed in this subchapter will be handled in accordance with the Animal Control Act, 510 ILCS 5/.
(Ord. passed 9-14-2021)