HomeMy Public PortalAboutResolution 2021-43, A Resolution Establishing the City of Riverdale's Bow and Arrow Deer and Coyote Hunting Rules and Regulations 2021-2022 SeasonRESOLUTION 2021-43
A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE CITY OF RIVERDALE'S BOW AND ARROW DEER
AND COYOTE HUNTING RULES AND REGULATIONS
2021-2022 SEASON
WHEREAS, Bow and arrow deer and coyote hunting is allowed in the City of
Riverdale during the period from September 18, 2021 through January 10, 2022,
in areas of that City of Riverdale that are designated as a `Special Hunt Area'
by the Iowa DNR; and,
WHEREAS, Each hunter must comply with the Iowa Department of Natural
Resources (DNR) regulations covering bow hunting of deer and coyote as well
as the City of Riverdale deer and coyote hunting rules and regulations outlined
below; and,
WHEREAS, The hunter must:
1. Obtain a Riverdale Hunting Permit (cost $0);
2. Successfully complete an Iowa Department of Natural Resources bow
hunter safety education course and a proficiency test. The proficiency test
must be taken annually;
3. Hunt on a parcel zoned agricultural or divided in a parcel of not less than
three acres, obtain the expressed permission of the owner of the parcel,
and follow the rules and guidelines of the property owner. Council may
approve on a case by case situation properties of less than 3 acres;
4. Maintain a minimum distance of 100 yards from any residence, occupied
building, church, city park, street and/or roadway, other municipal
property, or school property {exclusive of Scott Community College
property, where the hunter must maintain a minimum distance of 100 yards
from the College's buildings and parking lots), except with the permission
of an owner of a residence or occupied building to allow hunting nearer
than 100 yards of said building.
5. Hunt during the hours and days when such hunting is allowed by State or
City of Riverdale for the Bettendorf/Riverdale Special Deer Management
Zone. Hunters must abide with state, county and City laws and regulations.
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In addition to Riverdale's Resolution 2021-43 hunters will use the Bettendorf
rules and regulations for the Bettendorf and Riverdale hunting areas.
6. Use proper field dressing techniques and not leave entrails;
7. Possess all licenses or permits required by the State, County, or City to hunt
deer with a bow;
8. Demonstrate compliance with these requirements to any police or DNR
officer upon request; and
9. Harvested deer will be checked in at Spruce Hills Dr. Bettendorf Fire Station
AFTER 7:30 AM and BEFORE 9:00 PM.
10.Only IA DNR Deer Management Zone licenses will be allowed. (Note:
Statewide licenses are invalid); and,
WHEREAS, the City of Bettendorf Police Department will provide deer hunting
services for the City of Riverdale this year past and will provided satisfactory
service; and,
WHEREAS, City of Bettendorf Police Department will provide the City of Riverdale
with its expertise and administration of the 2021 - 2022 season, again at no
charge.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
RIVERDALE, SCOTT COUNTY, IN THE STATE OF IOWA:
Section 1. Through participation in the bow and arrow season, the City of
Bettendorf agrees that the property owner and/or the City of Riverdale are not
liable for stolen deer stands or other equipment and items. The hunter agrees to
hold harmless, indemnify and defend the property owner and/or the City of
Riverdale in any action or claim resulting from participation in the bow and
arrow season in the City of Riverdale.
Section 2. Any violation of the agreement may result in the revocation of
permits and/or criminal charges under state and local law, as appropriate.
Hunters are encouraged to have a safety plan in case of emergency.
Section 3. These rules and regulations may be amended or modified by
further resolution of the City of Riverdale at any time.
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Passed and approved on September 28, 2021 by the following vote:
Ayes:
Nays:
Passed:
Absent:
Attested
Mi•1' ael Bawden, a or KatieEnloe,
Y Deputy City Clerk
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2021-2022 RIVERDALE BOW HUNTING PERMIT
The Hunter listed below is permitted to bow hunt deer and coyote in the City
limits of Riverdale, Iowa;
Print Name:
Full Address:
Phone # where you can be reached:
Emergency Contact name and number:
Area where deer stand is located:
Hunter has been given a copy of Resolution #2021-43 City of Riverdale
Bow And Arrow Deer And Coyote Hunting Rules And Regulations 2021/2022
Season.
Hunter has provided a copy of the DNR permit.
Hunter has provided proof of hunter safety education course.
Hunter has provided proof of passing 2021/2022 hunting season
proficiency test.
Hunter has picked up "Hunting in progress" signs from City of Bettendorf.
Attested By:
Name: (Clerk or Assistant Clerk)
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Deer Hunting Areas (Bow Only)
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City Boundary
Sources:
Parcels - Scott County GIS (2021)
Other - City of Riverdale & Bi-State
Regional Commission
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responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the data shown hereon.