The purpose of this article is to protect the health and safety
of residents in the Town of Portsmouth with respect to dangers associated
with coyotes and other nondomesticated animals by minimizing opportunities
for such animals to obtain food from sources controlled or controllable
by humans.
As used in this article, the following terms shall have the
meanings indicated:
ATTRACTANT
Any substance which could reasonably be expected to attract
or does attract coyotes or other nondomesticated animals, including
but not limited to garbage, food products, pet food, carcasses, feed,
and grain.
FEEDING
The leaving of food of any kind where it is accessible to
coyotes or other nondomesticated animals.
FOOD
All substances consumed by humans or animals for nourishment
except grass and other vegetation, growing crops, and food that is
canned or stored in sealed or closable containers.