Politics & Government

Salem City Council to Consider Dog License Fee Increase

The Salem City Council will vote on an amendment to the city's dog license ordinance Thursday night.


Dog owners in Salem may soon have to pay a little more for their annual dog licenses. 

Salem city councilors will consider an amendment to the city's ordinance pertaining to dog licenses at their meeting at City Hall Thursday night, according to the posted agenda.

The proposed amendment, presented by Ward 2 Councilor Michael Sosnowski, calls for raising the annual fee for a dog license from $10 to $15 for the owners of non-neutered and non-spayed dogs.

Licenses for neutered and spayed dogs will continue to be $10 per year - though proof that they have been neutered or spayed will be required.

Check the Salem Patch Facebook page for updates from the meeting Thursday night.

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If you have any questions about getting a dog license, or if you are unsure about your dogs current rabies vaccination expiration date, call the City Clerk's Office at (978) 745-9595 ext. 5611.


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