The City of Kearns contracts for various municipal services with external organizations, and Salt Lake County Animal Services is one such provider according to a constituent services form. Because the city utilizes this service provider, residents can contact the agency regarding animal problems. According to the city's website, the physical address for Salt Lake County Animal Services is 511 West 3900 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84123, and the agency can be reached by phone at (385) 468-7387.
Regarding local ordinances, Salt Lake County Animal Services issued a news release on April 10, 2023, reminding residents about leash laws. The agency stated that a leash is not an optional accessory, but is the law to wear one. According to that April 10, 2023, release, if a person and their dog are caught being off-leash in a location that is not a designated off-leash dog park, the owner will receive a ticket and will pay a fine. The agency noted that many violators of this ordinance claim their pet is friendly or less aggressive when on leash, but the agency reminded the public that not everyone likes a "friendly" off-leash dog, nor do other dogs that are on leash.
In addition to leash requirements, the agency's April 10, 2023, release addressed the necessity of cleaning up after pets. It is the law to clean up after a dog, and according to the agency, if a person is caught not picking up poop, they should expect to pay a fine. This is classified as a public nuisance violation. The agency requested that residents be considerate neighbors or hikers by carrying poop bags to clean up after their dog when it defecates during an adventure, whether that occurs in a neighborhood or on a busy hiking trail.
For residents who need to contact an officer, the agency's undated website directs individuals to call dispatch at 801-840-4000. While the agency provides specific services for animal-related issues, the city of Kearns also maintains a presence in the community through various other service providers. According to the city's constituent services form, the city is served by the Unified Police of Greater Salt Lake, which can be reached at (801) 840-4000. The city also works with the Greater Salt Lake Municipal Services District, the Mosquito Abatement District, the Kearns Improvement District, the Wasatch Front Waste & Recycling District, and the Unified Fire Authority.
As of the 2020-04-01 population count, the population of Kearns was 36,723. For residents who have questions regarding animal services or other municipal concerns, the city provides a Citizen Reporter Tool. According to the city's constituent services form, if a resident has a problem or issue that is not listed in the services list, they can use a text form to describe the issue. Once a resident submits an issue through the tool, an email is sent automatically to the correct service provider, who will then send a response to the resident.
What this means for Kearns
For Kearns residents, Salt Lake County Animal Services provides essential animal-related enforcement and support. Because the city contracts this service, residents must follow leash laws and clean up after pets to avoid fines. Residents can report animal problems through the city's online Citizen Reporter Tool or by calling the agency's dispatch number at 801-840-4000.
