The Gooding City Police Department would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year. We pray that all of us fare much better in 2021. Protecting yourself has never been more important than during our current situation with COVID-19. In most cases, keeping distance between yourself and others will suffice to maintain one's health. If you must, however, think of wearing a mask to protect yourself, others and our community.
We would like to thank all of those who donated to our "No Shave November" fundraiser. With the matching funds provided by the "American Woodman" we should reach a total of nearly $1,500 by the end of December. These funds help families in need in our community.
The City is implementing a new dog ordinance that is fairly similar to the previous ordinances but combined into one document with some changes in language and requirements. Some of the changes include an increased license fee for animals who have not been spayed or neutered and proof of rabies vaccination will be required to obtain a dog license. This proof shall be in the form of the rabies certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian. Additionally, there is specific language that prohibits constant restraint of dogs by a chain or other tethering device. If you have a dog(s), you may need a dog run or fenced yard to keep them within your property.
In the coming months, the RV and large vehicle parking ordinance will also be revamped. Currently, campers and camp trailers are not allowed to be parked within the street or upon the city right of way (sidewalk to sidewalk) for more than 6 hours. Enforcement of this ordinance has been more than lenient but we ask all to please remove any such campers or travel trailers from the street or right of ways. Short term exceptions are being made for certain activities such as repairs to homes or other work on properties.
