Focus Area: Quality of Life
Staff Contact: Mike Sirna/Paul Krueger
Subject: Consideration of Resolution No. 24-1042 allowing the hunting of deer with bow and arrow for the 2024-2025 season as part of Olathe's Urban Deer Management Program.
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Consideration of Resolution No. 24-1042 allowing the hunting of deer with bow and arrow for the 2024-2025 season as part of the Urban Deer Management Program.
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Summary:
Urban deer overpopulation can become a significant issue within municipal settings. Overpopulation of deer may contribute to the potential for increased risk for deer-vehicle collisions, disease spread, and an imbalance within the ecosystem. Hunting can be an effective tool in the management of deer populations within communities. A recent refresh of the web page has provided updated and convenient access to important information regarding the program, the participation requirements, and direct access to the municipal code.
The Urban Deer Management Program (codified in Olathe Municipal Code Section 9.14.110) allows the City Council to approve property for the harvesting of deer by bow and arrow. A written report must be provided for each property from the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) indicating the property owner has deer overpopulation and property damage caused by the deer. All applicants must also meet all State and City of Olathe permitting requirements.
One property owner has requested permission to harvest deer on their property for the upcoming 2024-2025 hunting season. The applicant indicated they were participating in the program prior to the August 1st application deadline. Maps showing the area for bow hunting and all supporting information has been attached for further review.
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Financial Impact:
Not Applicable
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Action Needed:
Approve Resolution No. 24-1042 allowing the hunting of deer with bow and arrow for the 2024-2025 season as part of Olathe’s Urban Deer Management Program.
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Attachment(s):
Attachment A: Richard Davis Property Location and Permission
Attachment B: Richard Davis KDWP Letter
Attachment C: Clint Barnes Application Request
Attachment D: 2024-2025 Annual Report for Urban Deer Management Program
Attachment E: Proposed Resolution Allowing Applicants to Harvest Deer