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City Council Study Session - 03/21/05 Minutes - Page 16 legislation as proposed; provocation circumstances; proof and or evidence in any case; factual and evidentiary questions; collars that do not exceed two pounds or with sharpened studs; adequate enclosures; and revocation of existing ordinance. Police Chief Sletner recommended approval of the proposed ordinance amendment to provide officers with better guidelines in enforcing the code. Mayor Klausing called for public comment at this time. Mary Beth Hess, 1907 Shady Beach Avenue Ms. Hess reviewed her e-mail that had previously been provided to the City Council related to a vicious animal incident she had experienced. Ms. Hess expressed concern that the animal in question was still allowed to be kept at the home in her area; and questioned what recourse she had to prevent another attack. Carol Kough, 2931 Asbury Street Ms. Kough referenced several state statutes (9347.52 and 347.50) related to dangerous dog restraint requirements and proper enclosures. Ms. Kough spoke of the need to designate and further define police and/or service dogs; and who would make a determination regarding them and their nature. Council consensus was that proposed ordinance language includes appointment of an independent hearing officer prior to presentation of the proposed ordinance as a future City Council action item. 8. Disposing of Retired City Vehicles and Equipment At the former request of Councilmember Kough, and direction by the City Council, Finance Director Chris Miller provided an update on a previous Council inquiry regarding the manner in which the City disposes of surplus or retired vehicles and equipment; and provided an overview of the City's current practices. The City Attorney's office had also provided a written opinion dated March 16, 2005 and referenced as "Sale of Surplus Property," File No. 4002(1 )-000 1. Disposing of Retired City Vehicles and Equipment