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MEMORANDUM
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POLICE
TO: Commander Victor Gualillo, Interim Chief
FROM: Commander Tiffany Layson
DATE: DECEMBER 7T1-1, 2016
SUBJECT: COYOTE COMPLAINT SUMMARY
Since May 31st, 2016, the Atlantic Beach Animal Control has received several complaints specifically
in reference to coyote sightings and the possibility that a coyote is responsible for several missing
cats in the area. The following is a brief synopsis of each complaint received and what the Atlantic
Beach Police Department and Animal Control have done overall to address these issues.
On May 31st, 2016, at approximately 9:30 p.m., Ms. Patti Connor left a message for Animal Control
informing them that she saw a coyote across the street (Levy Rd.) from Hardees (1500 Mayport Rd.).
Ms. Connor observed the coyote while she was feeding feral cats at that location.
On September 20th, 2016, Ms. Connor contacted Animal Control again to inform them, that she
believes the coyote may be living near the area of Hardees on Mayport Rd., because some of the
feral cats she feeds have come up missing. Ms. Connor did not see the coyote on this date.
On October 10th, 2016, Animal Control Officer Kelley Caton was flagged down by a resident
(unknown name and address) who stated he saw a coyote at the end of Levy Rd. The resident
showed ACO Caton a photo the resident took of the coyote. ACO Caton requested the resident email
her a photo of the coyote and provided the resident her business card, however he never emailed the
photo.
On November 5th, 2016, Mr. Jimmy Savage, left a voicemail for animal control that he saw a coyote at
an unknown time at night on November 4th, 2016, running through the 5-way intersection in front of
the police/fire station heading towards the tennis courts.
On November 7th 2016, ACO Caton was requested by Cmdr. Gualillo to contact two residents Iris
Sirois and Leann Campbell who live on 19th St. ACO Caton contacted each resident and both stated
that they are missing cats and believe the coyote is responsible for this, however neither resident
observed the coyote.
On November 8th, 2016, Sgt. Tusing made contact via phone with Florida Fish and Wildlife
Conservation Commission (FWC) Biologist for North/Central Florida, Yasmine Serajfar. Sgt. Tusing
explained to Ms. Serajfar of the situation in Atlantic Beach, and she recommended to leave the
coyote alone, unless there is specific evidence for attacks against domesticated animals or humans
and stated the biggest deterrent is to keep domesticated animals inside along with their food and
water. ACO Caton, ACO Skarbek, Cmdr. Gualillo, and Sgt. Tusing met with First Coast Wildlife
Services Trapper Scott Davis. First Coast Wildlife Services is an FWC approved trapper. ACO
Caton and Sgt. Tusing showed Mr. Davis the locations where coyote sightings have been reported,
100 block of Levy Rd., Howell Park, 19th St., dead-end of Seminole Rd. Mr. Davis provided Sgt.
Tusing with an estimate on November 10th, 2016 for the trapping and removal of any coyotes.
On December 7th, 2016, Sgt. Tusing spoke with Hannah Park Manager David Benedict, who stated
that they have not received any reports of coyote sightings from any campsites or visitors to the park.
He stated approximately a month ago a park ranger observed a coyote crossing from the beachside
of the park to the wooded area just north of the dead-end of Seminole Rd. Mr. Benedict also has
received a few complaints from an Atlantic Beach resident (Diane Brandstaetter) in reference to
coyote sightings in Atlantic Beach. Mr. Benedict contacted FWC and they advised to leave any
coyotes alone unless they are attacking domestic animals or people.
The following options are available to address this:
1. As recommended by FWC biologist, Ms. Yasmine Serajfar, do nothing, but allow citizens to hire
trapper at their discretion.
2. The City can hire a private FWC Certified trapper to place traps on city property for the estimated
cost of $3900 per 30 days regardless of the outcome.
3. The City can hire a private trapper indefinitely until city/citizens feel all coyotes are removed from
the area, resulting in an undefined cap on spending for this unfunded project.
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First Coast DBA EXPEL
Wildlife Services North FL: 904.345.1542
CONTROL REMOVE CONSERVE Central FL: 352.282.4439
Georgia: 912.580.3629
Send Payments to:
Sales@firstcoastwildlife.com P.O. Box 51292
www.firstcoastwildlife.com Jacksonville Beach, FL 32240
Date: 11/8/2016 Invoice #:
Customer: City of Atlantic Beach Email: JTusing@coab.us Rep: Scott
Wildlife Specialist: Scott City: Atlantic Beach State: FL
Address: Atlantic Beach zip: 32233 Referral/Source: Internet
Phone: 904-651-9222/ Officer Katin Service Details:
PROPOSAL :
30 days of Coyote trapping
Set Traps in 6 areas
Check traps 3 days per week
Remove any Captures in Traps
Using Live Humane Cage Traps
Total $ 3900.00
Species/Service: Trapping:
Habitat:
Clean-Up:
Inspection:
Repair:
Pest Control:
Start-Up:
Start Date: Total:
Credit: Exp: Note: For repair services, 50% is due upon signing
& 50% is due when repairs are performed.
For trapping/removal service, 100% is due upon
Specialist Signature: starting service.
Customer Signature: X *All live traps must be checked by customer every 24 hours.*
First Coast Wildlife Services,LLC's (FCWS)goal is to provide fast 8 humane removal of nuisance wildlife,while putting ICO%Into customer satisfaction.Due to the unpredictability of wild animals,all fees are due In
full prior to services being rendered.All sates are final.We do not offer refunds.Invoices unpaid after 30 days are subject to late fees of 1%per 30 days.We reserve the right to subcontract any services.All trapping
services are set per animal or on a time limit,but In some cases additional trapping may be provided at little or no cost. We abide by all state rules and regulations.FCWS Is not responsible for any damage caused by
wildlife.We are not responsible for any physical bairn caused by wildlife.Wild animals are extremely dangerous and should only be handled by a wildlife control company.All of our Wildlife Specialists go through
extensive training In all aspects of wildlife management and animal behavior.Many of our staff have degrees in Wildlife Biology,Forestry,and Wildlife Ecology.We are not only nuisance wildlife specialists,we manage
rural and forested areas by improving natural habitat through native vegetation management and wildlife enhancement services.A one year warranty is included on all exclusion repairs unless otherwise specified.We
have tlx:ability to extend your warranty on any repair services.Ask your Wildlife Technician for details.