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April 1, 2025 <br /> Page 4 of 4 <br /> Mr. Towne reported the farm is about half-a-mile away as the crow flies. <br /> Supervisor Shimanski stated the noise is an issue. Although, there are no noise ordinances. The <br /> animals could be on the lake making the same noise. He is concerned about safety. If there is a <br /> safety issue with bird flu then they should move it to the farm. <br /> Supervisor Chuck Anderson has concerns with the animals visiting neighbor's homes as they <br /> have been reported to do on occasion. Consider moving it to the farm. <br /> Supervisor Karen Laqua Anderson questioned if they would be allowed to expand at their current <br /> location and continue their operation as they are now. <br /> Supervisor Blomberg agrees with the previous comments. <br /> Chairman Conroy stated to keep in mind this is a Conditional Use Permit. They need to follow <br /> the rules of ACT 67 and they need substantial evidence to make a decision either way. The <br /> expansion volume of number of animals is small and are not permanently there. There is not a <br /> significant change of impact. <br /> Supervisor Shimanki questioned how you get more data on the increased possibility of safety <br /> concerns regarding bird flu with bigger birds. <br /> Chairman Conroy stated it depends on what kind of birds and some are more vulnerable. Does <br /> bringing in sick birds expose people? <br /> Supervisor Tucker stated there are already various problems. He does not want to stop the people <br /> from doing rehabilitation,but it could be a big mistake to let them expand. <br /> Supervisor Karen Laqua Anderson stated the number of birds they have are less than people who <br /> have chickens. Would they start denying people who want chicken permits because of potential <br /> bird flu? <br /> Committee discussion ensued. <br /> Mr. Fox stated he has concerns of predators if they move this to the farm and would need a cage <br /> that is predator proof with more fencing. Mr. Fox explained all water fowl have avian influenza <br /> and are carriers. When they are in the cage, they spray the cage with bleach and wipe everything <br /> down. The risk to humans for avian flu is if they touch the feces or saliva. <br /> Ms. Fox stated avian flu is a big concern. She receives updates on it because she is a <br /> veterinarian.Now the DNR and the U.S. Fish, Game and Wildlife Service have no restrictions on <br /> rehabilitators taking in waterfowl. Dairy farms all over the U.S. are starting to show avian flu <br /> and that is how people are getting it. There is minimal concern getting it from waterfowl. They <br /> follow a cleaning protocol. They corrected the fence the rabbits were getting out of. <br /> Supervisor Tucker stated after all the clarification from the applicant; he is a confirmed no for <br /> this. He has concerns for the neighbors,predators and bird flu. <br /> Supervisor Shimanski would like to set a limit for birds they can have of no more than 10. <br /> Supervisor Chuck Anderson would like to make sure they are contained. <br />