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6/21/12 at 10:14am

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Thank you again for all the info. I will do what I can to push this issue. I have also contacted local TV station CBS 6 who ran a report couple months ago which you shared below. I explained my issue and asked if they would be willing to talk to me.

We will see what happens. I truly appreciate all your support and quick responses.

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6/22/12 at 9:01am

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I was just looking into getting some chickens for my back yard in Henrico County, and decided to see if there were any issues... So sad it's illegal!

WOW... Chickens keep bugs down... good for the soil.. and provide and endless supply of morning goodness.

I can't think of any other small animal that provides all of that.... Now, I certainly can see where you don't want a ton of chickens - in a confined space... But too many dogs, cats, parrots, rabbits, guinea pigs etc... would all be and issue in abundance... but they are not illegal... And chickens the only one that provides daily healthful gifts!!!

I hope we can get this ordinance over turned!

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7/4/12 at 8:58pm

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New egg!

Did the media show up?

That was a great idea!

We hope all went well!

Love the hens!
Our animals outside are: 6 Laying white leghorns, 1 Cochin hen bantam, 3 young black feathered chickens, 5 turkeys, 1 Cat, 1 ornate Box Turtle, 2 water turtles.

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7/13/12 at 11:38am

RuffledChix

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Any chance Henrico would respond to an online petition...like a Facebook page?

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7/15/12 at 8:32pm

egghead@1265

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Hmm... I am not great at Facebook , however I realize nearly everyone else IS!

Would a petition help?

What help or support can any of us give when living in different states and or outside of the US?

I find it absurd that they aren't allowed and very backwards thinking for the officials to think this way!

The trend is to go to natural living and all....

Plus, if dogs, other birds, and all are allowed...!

Frustrating!,

I offer and will say some prayers.

God Bless and hoping prayers can help these county people allow them!

Love the hens!
Our animals outside are: 6 Laying white leghorns, 1 Cochin hen bantam, 3 young black feathered chickens, 5 turkeys, 1 Cat, 1 ornate Box Turtle, 2 water turtles.