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P.H. 2025-69: (PUBLIC HEARING 2ND READING)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF POMPANO BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING CHAPTER 90, “ANIMALS,” BY AMENDING SECTION 90.39, “RETAIL SALE OF DOGS AND CATS,” TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL RESTRICTIONS FOR THE RETAIL SALE OF DOGS AND CATS WITHIN THE CITY; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
(Fiscal Impact: N/A)
POSTPONED FROM FEBRUARY 10, 2026 & FEBRUARY 24, 2026
FIRST READING: JANUARY 27, 2026
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(Staff Contact: Mark E. Berman/Rob McCaughan)
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Summary Explanation/Background:
The amendment to the City’s ordinance on the retail sale of dogs and cats is being requested to update and strengthen the regulations governing the sale of dogs and cats within Pompano Beach. At the last Commission meeting on February 10, 2026, the City Commission voted to create a new section to allow for a retention privilege applicable to existing pet shops under the new section.
Origin of request for this action: Mark E. Berman, City Attorney
Fiscal impact and source of funding: N/A
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