HomeMy Public PortalAboutResolution 2019-43, Extending Contract For Coyote Removal For City RESOLUTION NO. 2019-43
A RESOLUTION EXTENDING A CONTRACT FOR
COYOTE REMOVAL
FOR THE CITY OF RIVERDALE, IOWA
WHEREAS, Citizens of the City of Riverdale have brought the matter of an increasingly bold and
present population of wild coyotes moving into residential properties and threatening domestic pets; and,
WHEREAS, City officials have researched resolution of the matter with neighboring
communities, local wildlife experts and the division of Wildlife Depredation Services of the Iowa
Department of Natural Resources; and,
WHEREAS, City officials sought out certified experts in wildlife management for remedying the
excess population of coyotes, and in January 2019 did retain the following firm on the terms as follows:
River Valley Wildlife Specialists, Bettendorf, Iowa Base Fee: $ 0.00
Per Coyote: $100.00
Per non target animals $ 30.00
WHEREAS,the City Council of the City of Riverdale("City") found the service provided by
River Valley Wildlife Service to be competent and as advertised; and,
WHEREAS, The City has determined that it is in the interest of the community that further
reduction of the coyote population in Riverdale is prudent and necessary.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
RIVERDALE, SCOTT COUNTY, IN THE STATE OF IOWA:
Section 1. That following consideration of the proposals,the City Council desires to extend the
proposal from River Valley Wildlife Service for the winter of 2019/2020 under the terms set forth in
January, 2019.
Section 2. That with this approval and on behalf of the City Council,the City Clerk shall execute
acceptance of the proposal from the firm so accepted and approved by the City Council.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 22'day of October,2019.
ichael Bawden,Mayor
ATTEST;
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Maryfrances Blevins,City Clerk
Prepared by City Administrator Tim Long October 16, 2019
City Of Riverdale Coyote Removal Proposal
We, River Valley Wildlife Specialists LLC, propose to inspect and evaluate the areas of
concern highlighted by the City Of Riverdale for the presence of nuisance coyotes.
We understand that the residents and City officials are concerned about numerous
sighting and the attempted taking of pets by said coyotes. This situation does pose
an immediate threat to health and property. We propose, after a proper evaluation,
appropriate traps will be placed in areas which we feel will lead to the removal of the
problem coyotes. We understand the City Of Riverdale will be informing the residents
in the general area via email of the intended activities by River Valley Wildlife
Specialists LLC.
We propose to place the appropriate number of"padded" and/or "offset" type
leghold traps in the target areas. We intend to set only in appropriate areas, not in
close proximity to residential dwellings. A natural consequence of this trapping
activity may product catches on non-target animals such as raccoons, skunks and
opossums. In the likely event of non-target catches, we propose the non-target
animals be removed in the same manner as the coyotes.The decision regarding the
retention or release of non-target animals will be left to the City Of Riverdale. Any
animals retained for removal will be euthanized humanely via a drug and dart gun
system.This system is quick and effective, requiring only seconds to euthanize an
animal.
Reporting will be continuous through all phases of the project.We will report the
location of the traps via Google Maps, as well as catches and species,to the
appropriate authority. Photos will also be taken and will available upon request.
We strive to be unnoticed in our activities and do not wish to bring unwanted
scrutiny upon ourselves or the City. We understand the sensitive nature of our
activities and how some residents may view them.
We comply with all state and federal laws regarding the above stated activities. We
are both licensed by the Iowa DNR as Nuisance Wildlife Control Operators.We hold a
$1 Million liability policy.
Please see the attached bid for pricing and feel free to contact us at any time with
questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
Jason Harkness Owner/Operator
Jesse Borkhart Owner/Operator
RiverValley
River Valley Wildlife Specialists LLC Wildlife Specialists
PO Box 430
Bettendorf, IA. 52722
(563)209-2998 — — ---
Wildlife Inspection
Service Estimate
SUBMITTED TO: k-4-1ccS- {\f e'%?x\ Start Date
STREET: 0.0 YG y\ ( t., End Date
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Please read the inspection checklist carefully. River Valley Wildlife Specialists LLC strives to provide a thorough inspection. However.we do not
claim to have found every problem with your property. if you have any question or concerns,please call us.
SUSPECTED SPECIES RECOMMENDATIONS FOR PREVENTION
Raccoons :=Birds E E Attic Fan Covers ❑ Chimney Caps
LI Squirrels ❑Bats ❑ '❑ Custom Screening 11 Exhaust Vent Covers
❑Opossums ❑Mice 0 ❑ Feces Clean Up ❑ Re-Insulation
Skunks ❑Rats ❑ 0 Rodent Proofing E Roof Vent Covers
❑Groundhogs 0 Moles 0 Soffit Reinforcement ❑ Underground Fencing
Coyotes ❑Snakes ❑ Miscellaneous Repairs ❑ Modification of Habitat
-Leavers ❑Rough Fish ❑ Custom Sheet Metal
❑Muskrats ❑Bullfrogs ❑ Bat Seal Up n
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