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36 August 25, 2014Pinewood NewsCOCONINO COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS5th ANNUAL HAND & FOOT TOURNAMENT A HUGE SUCCESS!ORDINACE NO. 2007-03AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE 85-3, PROVIDING FORTHE REGULATION AND PROHIBITION OF THE RUNNING ATLARGE OF DOGS AND VICIOUS DOGS IN THE UNIN-CORPORATED AREAS OF THE COUNTY OFCOCONINO.SECTION THREEThe owner, or other person acting for the owner of a dog shall at all times keepsuch dog from being or running at large upon the streets, sidewalks, alleys, or publicproperty of unincorporated areas of the County, unless such dog is restrained bya leash, cord, rope or chain of not more than 6 feet in length and of sufficientstrength to control the action of the dog. This provision also includes land under thecontrol of both State and Federal Government.The owner or person acting for the owner, of a dog shall at all times keep such dogfrom being or running at large upon or about the private premises of any personwho has not granted permission therefore.While the dog is on the owner’s property, such dog shall be confined within theowner’s property by a suitable enclosure. A suitable enclosure must consist ofproper fencing that is maintained and appropriate for the keeping of a dog, properlocking mechanism, proper height, and built in such a way that a dog cannot dig orcrawl under fencing. Suitable enclosure may include an: invisible fence that is properlymaintained, or a dog run that allows the dog to comfortably move around butdoes not allow the dog to jump over the top or dig under. If a suitable enclosure isnot available, such dog shall be restrained by a leash, cord, rope, or chain that is atleast 10 feet in length and moves in such a way not to tangle the dog and shall beconfined within the boundaries of the owner’s property.This excerpt was taken from: az-coconinocounty.civicplus.com/DocumentCenter/View/446.For more information go to:coconinocounty.gov then click animal management.On the morning of August 5th, 36 Hand & Foot Players gathered to spend andenjoyable day at The Pinewood Country Club to compete for this year’s tournamentchampionshio. The atmosphere was festive with balloons and colorfulinformational posters. Door prizes of $5 each were awarded throughoutthe day to 22 lucky players. The club served a delicious buffett that drew highcompliments. Thanks to Austin and Paul for making this tournament anothersuccess! Co-chairwomen Lynn Kelly and Wilma Lentz are most appreciativeof all the helpers who participated in setting up.THANK YOU ALL!Pictured below are the winners of this year’s tournament:Anita Heyn, lower right 1st PlaceBarb Janes, lower center 2nd PlaceCynthia Gledhill, upper left 3rd PlaceDottie Wood, upper right 4th PlacePat Ratner, lower left 5th PlaceWord Search SolutionA concerned community member called The Pinewood News inquiringabout the dog leash law. The caller said there had numerouslarge dogs wandering the area with no owners in sight.This is just a reminder to all the summer visitors and guests of communitymembers who come during our beautiful summer months thatall dogs need to be on a leash and not wandering aroundneighborhoods.Services & ResponsibilitiesThe Coconino County Public Health Services District's Animal Management staffoffers a wide variety of services. Animal Management officers:•Investigate public complaints of loose or vicious dogs, suspected rabid animalsand reports of abuse - Call (928) 679-8756 to file a complaint regardinga dog at large, barking dog, or dog bite.•Perform routine patrols - Animal bites are investigated Rabies vaccinationclinics are provided. Schedules and locations vary. Call (928) 679-8756 forcurrent schedule.•Issue dog licenses - We issue dog licenses part of the Rabies Control Program.Call (928) 679-8756 for more information.•Inspect kennels and pet stores - Inspect kennels and pet stores are inspectedfor compliance with County codes.•Enforce state and local statutes and ordinances associated with domesticand wild animals to protect public health and safety