Heads Up New York!

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City sends message to state regarding pit bull bans

Published July 16, 2007 11:45 pm

Wants state to repeal law that won't allow ban on specific breeds of dogs.


By JOE LoTEMPLIO
Staff Writer


PLATTSBURGH -- City of Plattsburgh councilors have sent a message to Albany: We should be able to ban pit bulls if we want to.

The council unanimously approved a resolution last week that asks the State Legislature to consider repealing state law that bans the passage of dangerous-dog legislation that is specific to breed.

The city had considered banning pit bulls after two attacks within a few days in May, but had to halt any action because of the state law.

Councilor William Provost (D-Ward 6) put together the resolution that called for the state to change its ways.

The resolution received unanimous support.

"I think each city or municipality should at least have the opportunity to consider a ban," Councilor Michael Drew (R-Ward 1) said.

"This is in support of home rule."

A copy of the resolution will be sent to state legislators in Albany.

E-mail Joe LoTemplio at

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