Deer aren’t just a safety issue; they’re fierce killing machines. They must be stopped!
That’s one of the comments left on the WGTE website where the live stream of the Ottawa Hills City Council meeting on deer is being held.
I can’t help wonder how Ottawa Hills can arrange for live streaming on the internet but Toledo can’t…Many of those speaking are stating that the deer can kill them because of Lyme disease. Here is the link. Of course science does not agree that deer are responsible for Lyme disease but it appears most of those speaking don’t seem to be aware of that or believe that.
From the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, comes this:
In the spring, the eggs hatch into larvae. During the summer, the larvae feed on mice, squirrel, raccoon, rabbit and other animals. In the fall, the larvae mature into nymphs, which then hibernate over winter. In the spring and summer these nymphs become active again, preferring to feed on mice. It is during the time the tick is in the nymphal stage that it is most likely to infect humans. At the end of its life cycle the female tick lays eggs and dies.
In Maryland, it’s recognized that mice are just as large of a problem and even if the deer are eliminated, the ticks find other large animals, dogs, cats, raccoons, etc., to feed from.
FOX Toledo reported at 10 that Council voted four to two to allow the change in hunting laws that would allow the City to hire sharpshooters…
no one has ever done a study of naturally occuring hemp and deer impotence. They can’t, because hemp is not currently natural.
November 23rd, 2009 at 10:38 pmJust hire the Lucas County dog warden to take care of the deer in Ottawa Hills. According to our daily rag, the warden enjoys killing dogs, so bring on the deer!
Where does Ben stand on the killing of deer?
November 24th, 2009 at 10:06 amThis is all a ruse to keep you from looking at the Christmas lights this season.
November 24th, 2009 at 6:03 pmCan’t Ben come up with a solution? After all he grew up in Ottawa Hills, does he have no hometown pride?
Oh wait, that would blow his cover of being working class. Didn’t his father work at the old mill or was he a postal worker? And his mother was a seamstress to help feed the 5 hungry kids who needed shoes?
November 24th, 2009 at 6:42 pmMy thinking is that if ya don’t wanna deal with animals that live in the country and woods, don’t tear down their neighborhood to build yours.
So what if they eat your shrubs and scratch your trees..natural events to them. Pay attention when you’re driving and don’t speed.
Consider that it’s possible for a sharpshooter to miss and hit 1 of you or your children or a family pet.
November 24th, 2009 at 7:10 pmI think that was John Edwards – at least one of his parents worked at a mill. You have lawyer politicians mixed up. haha
November 24th, 2009 at 7:10 pmDid you care to mention or consider the many residents who have had deer jump through a window or patio door and create a mess in their home (as well as major safety hazards for childen); shards of glass, blood on furniture, random damage throughout, etc. You can’t very well “watch your speed” when you’re at work or sitting in front of the TV at night…and repairs aren’t any cheaper because of “natural events.” Stop parading around on your soapbox for a second and consider what you would do given the circumstances. This issue isn’t just about Lyme.
And I question whether the “other large animals” that the ticks will feed on have the ability and/or strength to invade a home, thereby presenting greater opportunity for the tick to make contact with humans.
Either you didn’t watch or attend the whole meeting as Lyme is only one of many issues discussed. Deer can be aggressive, especially during mating season. I know of at least 2 people that have been confronted by deer in their own yard, and as far as I’m concerned, that’s enough to warrant some kind of action. These people have children, and I can’t blame them for feeling uncomfortable letting children play in the backyard. Hopefully, you will research this topic further and relay additional information as it becomes available.
November 25th, 2009 at 12:03 amSo, did any of you actually attend the meeting or live in the area? I live in the area of OH and deer are an issue. I know bambi is cute but it’s a serious matter. I’m so glad that everyone can joke about it until it’s in your own backyard.
Lyme disease is one of the MANY issues that were discussed. I’m not in favor of sharp shooters, but since I was at the meeting from what I understand that what actually took place was they voted to set aside the money and make it available for spending. NOT actually hiring the sharp shooters. I applaud the council for realizing that the deer are a problem and am glad that SOMEONE stood up and started doing something about it. the city of Toledo, the metro-parks and surrounding communities need to get on board as well to make a difference.
I think that many residents came up with workable solutions do hopefully avoid the sharp shooters.
November 25th, 2009 at 12:27 pmI stand corrected after talking about the meeting and this blog post with a friend it was a change in the hunting laws, not as I thought a way to approprate funds in the budget.
My basic point was and is still that they didn’t “hire” the sharpshooters on Monday.
November 25th, 2009 at 2:00 pmTim, I did watch it, I also provided the link for others to watch it as well as links to media reporting on this.
Many of those present commented on Lyme disease which is why I provided additional material on that aspect.
November 25th, 2009 at 4:10 pmI use to live in Oregon state and had many a animal wander into my world. I understand the damage that can be done. I think homeowners can secure their property and use alternative methods to drive the deer out of populated areas without shooting them.
The reality is that as the Burbs continue to expand and build subdivison after subdivison, further and further into once farm/woods/ open space areas, the deer and other creatures have not been driven out or removed..they were just boxed into smaller areas.
Agressive animals have to be put down, but confused animals can be moved.
November 25th, 2009 at 10:45 pmI agree with Chad. They have no place to go, no food. It’s sad, people have to build and build and run animals out of the woods.
November 26th, 2009 at 10:33 ami actually live in the heart of OH and have come across deer in the road TWO times in FOUR YEARS…look at the map of where the actual ‘accidents’ happened. oh , only almost a dozen on central ave near the metropark. cull that herd , not hire a sniper to go into this ‘village’. deer are not attacking people like a bad 50s horror movie. the only people who seem to be whining are the old, richest folks with the five plus acres. gee, might as well go down the chain and get the foxes,squirrels,mice,ants, and mites…oh maybe steve pollicks beard and stache too .
December 9th, 2009 at 12:59 pm