NEWS RELEASE

CITY OF JEFFERSON– Aug. 15, 2006

CONTACT: Elizabeth Hailey, City Administrator
220 N. Chestnut
Jefferson, IA 50129
Telephone – 515-386-3111
FAX – 515-386-4671

For Release on Aug. 22, 2006

Animal Dog and Cat Licensing Required:

Mark your calendar for Jan. 1, 2007. This is the date for the second annual licensing of dogs and cats. After March 1, 2007, a delinquency fee of $1.00 per month will be added.

The City of Jefferson requires that all dogs and cats be licensed annually at the Law Enforcement Center, 204 S. Chestnut, Jefferson.

You will need to provide proof of current vaccinations, proof of your pet being spayed or neutered, and a completed animal license form. The forms may be found at City Hall, Jefferson Public Library, the Greene County Community Center, Jefferson Veterinary Clinic, Animal Holding Facility at the Jefferson Wastewater Treatment Plant, and the Law Enforcement Center.