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D. After the recording of the third ojfense, the Animal Control Officer may request the Chief of Police to hold a hearing pursuant to the provisions of M.G.L. C.140 §157, and to make disposition oj'the dog in accordance with the provisions of said law. Submitted by the Police Chief Explanation: This, proposed Warrant Article amendment would provide for an update of the Town of Mashpee Bylaw (General Code) #120-2, Excessive Noise by Fags The minor change requested to this bylaw would enable the Animal Control Officer to request a hearing following the issuance of three (3) violation notices. Currently, there is no provision in the bylaw for a hearing to be held in order to deal with repeat offenders. The change requested in, this bylaw would also be consistent with the procedures outlined in Town Bylaw Chapter 79, and would therefore provide the Town with a uniform process for the disposition of animal related complaints. The Board of Selectmen recommends approval by a vote of 5-0. The Finance Committee recommends approval by a vote of -0. Motion made by Selectman Don Myers. Motion: I move Article 13 be voted as printed in the warrant, with the exception of the phrase, "or take any other action relating thereto". Motion passes at 80.33PM. Article 14 To see if the Town of Mashpee will vote to amend to the General Code, Chapter 79-4, Collection of Sum for U Rkeen by Town by deleting the paragraph in its entirety and replace it with the following, or take any other action relating thereto; §79- . Collection of Sum for Upkeep by Town., The Animal Control Officer having custody, of a dog confined under this chapter shall charge a dailyfiee to be determined by the Board of Selectmen for each day of con finement .for the care of such dog, payable by the owner or keeper thereof.' A ny sums so collected shall be paid over to the Treasurer or the Town pursuant to M.G.L. C. 44, §53. Submitted by the Police Chief Explanation: This proposed Warrant Article would provide for an. update of the Town of Mashpee Bylaw #79-4, Collection of' 'um for Upkeep bv Town. The minor change requested to this bylaw would enable the Board of Selectmen to set the daily fee rather than the fee being set at Town Meeting. This would provide for flexibility in the setting of the fee for this service and allow fees to change as economic conditions change The Board of Selectmen recommends approval by a vote of 5-0. 17