Michigan

[NovaAman]

Their tractor.....the back has 2 doors, upper & lower with the upper door having a window.

Nice, I like it.

 

[Pycnopsyche]

I'm from Shelby Township, MI, where the ordinances say "no poultry". If anybody else is out there, and wishes to join me on an adventure, let me know. I would like to get the ordinances in the Twp. changed. I'm not talking about claiming my state rights given by the RTFA. Many people don't want to be drug into court hearings for months on end proving they conform to GAAMPs and are commercial in nature. There should be a way to get the ordinances changed to allow for up to 6 PET hens, without having to go commercial or jump through all kinds of hoops. It's being done all over the country, so it is not IMPOSSIBLE if enough of us band together.

Anybody? I don't mind going to Twp. meetings and researching, etc. I've been surfing and there are many, many people who have brought a case to their city officials and got the laws/ordinances changed. I would love for a bunch of us to get together and pester them until they have no other alternative. I know there are many "outlaws" in the Twp. who already own a flock and are holding their breath hoping they don't get caught. Let's do something about it! I am very familiar with VikkiP's case, but she herself will tell you that she spent mega bucks to defend and keep her flock. She is definitely commercial, and owns far more chickens than I would be able to own in my tiny backyard. Her case is a bit unusual also because of "grandfather" issues. But I am speaking of people like me who just want to keep a few pet hens for our family's use (eggs, fertilizer, companionship, etc.). I know it is possible if enough of us get together and don't back down. Numbers speak. And I really want some chickens and would like others to be able to have them too.

C'mon. Let me hear from you!!! The sooner we get started, the sooner we will have our chickens.

Sandy

I am not in Shelby Township, but I have a similar situation to yours. I am conforming to GAAMPS and keeping records of egg sales, when all I really want are some pet chickens and fresh eggs. I am happy to help you as I can. Please let me know how it turns out.

 

[RaZ]

Cardboard works well, too. I have found it easier to lay down because it doesn't blow around so much, you don't need 6 layers of it, and generally it contains a lot less ink.

If you wet the newspaper, it doesn't blow around. The ink is soy-based. The reason I don't use cardboard is that most of it is made overseas and who knows what is in the glue and inks.

 

[M.sue]

News Release

WHD News Release: [04/26/2012]
Contact Name: Joshua R. Lamont or Elizabeth Alexander
Phone Number: (202) 693-4661 or x4675
Release Number: 12-0826-NAT

Labor Department statement on withdrawal of proposed rule dealing with children who work in agricultural vocations​

This is good News!!!

 

[Pycnopsyche]

I'm a chicken outlaw in Garden City. My arraignment is May 15. I'm hoping to have the ticket dismissed since the officer did not see any chickens at all.

However, I'm gathering as much information as possible, just in case. The ordinance here says we can only have dogs, cats, canaries or other common pets. Considering the growing popularity of chickens, I think I can make a case if needs be.

Good luck to you! Maybe the officer has better things to do that day than show up for the arraignment. Like, investigating actual crimes.

 

[M.sue]

Good luck to you! Maybe the officer has better things to do that day than show up for the arraignment. Like, investigating actual crimes.

 

[RaZ]

Good luck to you! Maybe the officer has better things to do that day than show up for the arraignment. Like, investigating actual crimes.

Maybe,

. It took him over 3 weeks just to file the ticket with the court. (For chickens he never actually saw)

 

[Juise]

Quote:

Would note however that it was soooo politically incorrect to blame them on the Obama Admin, but they sure are taking credit for the withdrawal. Gotta love election year politics.

Oh, I love politics! Oh, wait... that's not true.

If you wet the newspaper, it doesn't blow around. The ink is soy-based. The reason I don't use cardboard is that most of it is made overseas and who knows what is in the glue and inks.

Pffft, well! If it's soy based, it must be okay, then!

 

[ladyfeather]

M sue: Love your chickens (Jealous of Lil Blu) and your tractor looks great. I wish I had the experience to tell you either way on whether she's hiding out as a roo.

 

[M.sue]

M sue: Love your chickens (Jealous of Lil Blu) and your tractor looks great. I wish I had the experience to tell you either way on whether she's hiding out as a roo.

Thank You....Lil Blu is my Favorite. Ms. Shelby is suppose to be my DH's.... ya right...lol Might just have to wait to see if she crows or lays an egg. Theron said pullet when I got them from him.