News rules for urban farmers under consideration
In recognition of the growing popularity of urban farming in Eugene, the city is considering changing regulation to allow backyard farmers to keep more livestock within city limits. The Register-Guard reports that the variety and number of livestock allowed may be increased.
New rules may allow residents to keep up to six adult hens or up to six of any combination of rabbits and domestic fowl, as opposed to the current two. Additionally, up to two small goats or one pig up to 150 pounds, both of which are banned on properties less than about a half-acre, could be allowed under new rules.
University of Oregon student leaders ask for support at social host ordinance hearing
UO student leaders have asked for student support in opposing Eugene’s social host ordinance at a public meeting Monday night. The City Council will be reviewing the proposal for stricter punishments regarding large, disruptive parties, which would add another fine on those who host these parties.
According to The Register-Guard, students are expected to urge the council to reject the proposal, while neighborhood leaders will likely speak in favor of the ordinance.
Lane Community College students prepare Thanksgiving dinner
Lane Community College culinary arts students worked together Saturday morning to prepare 1,500 pounds of turkey, 2,000 pounds of vegetables and 1,000 pounds of bread for the annual Whiteaker Community Thanksgiving Dinner. Preparing for the free Thanksgiving meal, expected to feed 2,000 this year, gave students valuable professional experience, according to The Register-Guard.
The dinner will be served on Thanksgiving from 11 a.m to 3 p.m. Volunteers are needed to drive diners to and from the event.
Animal shelter sued by former employee
Greenhill Humane Society is being sued for $700,000 by a former employee who claims she was fired when she spoke out about the animal shelter’s mistreatment of animals.
This is not the first complaint the animal shelter has received, according to The Register-Guard. Animal protection advocates have claimed that Greenhill Humane Society has not properly cared for old, sick or difficult animals.@@checked all links@@