Village Has A Local Law Concerning The Sanitary Control Of Dog Waste

Under Chapter 67-12, Nuisances the Village has a local law concerning the sanitary control of dog waste.

Mayor Thomas Brennan of the Village of Lindenhurst says “The code is intended to reduce the amount of dog waste on public sidewalks, roadways, parks and playground areas throughout the Village.”

Studies have shown that bacteria from animal waste has contributed significantly to water pollution in our streams, canals and the Great South Bay following rain storms.  When pet waste enters our waterways, they pollute the water and can destroy fish and wildlife habitats, cause beach closings and restrict shellfish harvesting.

Lindenhurst Village Trustee Michael Lavorata added “Public cooperation is vital to help prevent or at least minimize animal waste/pollutants from entering our waterways.”

 Under the Village Code, dog owners are required to pick up their dog’s waste and dispose of it in a sanitary way, preferably by putting it out for garbage collection.  The waste should not be left in public areas or placed in street drainage basins.  So be a good

neighbor prevent messes from animals from being tracked inside.  Improve the aesthetics and the environment of Lindenhurst by picking up after your pet.

“Not only is it a public health concern, it is basic neighborly and common courtesy to pick up after our dogs and help keep our community clean,” said Mayor Brennan

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