Animal Control, and any officer of the same, is hereby vested with the power and authority to carry out the purpose of this chapter, and to:
(A) Issue dog licenses;
(B) Issue licenses for an animal boarding establishment after receipt of approval that may be required by the city;
(C) Issue citations for violations of this chapter;
(D) Issue a determination relating to a potentially dangerous animal or dangerous animal, apply reasonable restrictions to the same, and monitor such animal as necessary to protect life and property;
(E) Conduct inspections relating to Animal Control;
(F) Seek and bring proceedings for the abatement of certain animals as provided by law or regulation;
(G) Apprehend, restrain, impound, and/or quarantine any animal found in violation of law or that constitutes a nuisance;
(H) Advise the city on issues relating to animals;
(I) Administer state and local law relating to animals; and
(J) Administer the provisions of this chapter.
(Prior Code, § 9.04.030) (Ord. 04-2013, passed 3-6-2013)