JOHNSTON, Iowa — This week, the city of Johnston discussed its plans to address the issue of coyotes in the city. The Iowa Department of Natural Resources says it is an increasing problem.
The Johnston City Council discussed a potential partnership with the DNR to safely trap and euthanize troublesome coyotes within city limits.
“10 years ago, we didn’t talk at all about urban coyotes. This is something new for us. So, the bulk of what we’re doing with this code is really, it’s trying to give us opportunities,” Johnston Police Chief Dennis McDaniel said at this week’s city council meeting…