LINDEN, MI – A new ordinance bans feeding deer in the city limits and imposes a fine of those who are found to be in violation.

The ordinance , introduced at a city council meeting earlier this month and approved on Monday, Oct. 27, carries a $100 fine for violating the civil infraction.

“No person may place or permit placement of any food or other edible material outdoors which may be reasonably expected to attract or feed deer,” the language reads. “The foregoing prohibition does not apply to naturally growing materials from fruit trees, trees, shrubs, crops, flowers, gardens producing fruit or vegetables for household consumption, or bird feeders at least four (4) feet off the ground.”

The fine will be imposed for each day of a violation taking place after a written notice is provi

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