University of Colorado Student Union

February 6, 2003 ₅₈th Legislative Council Resolution #2 Animals

Sponsored by: Stephanie Martin Graduate Senator

Authored by: Stephanie Martin Graduate Senator

A Resolution

Resolution History

The fact that many students own dogs, and that often these dog owners bring their pets to school is well known. There is a severe problem that arises because of this; which is the prevalence of dogs left tied to trees, bike racks or poles outside of buildings while their owners are inside eating, studying, attending class, etc. This issue needs to be addressed by this campus for many reasons; this is dangerous to the dog, there is a high likelihood of theft of the tied animal, this is animal neglect, and also the animal is often disruptive to nearby classes and students when left tied up alone.

Resolution Summary

Whereas: The act of bringing a personal pet onto the University of Colorado campus is a privilege, not a right.

Whereas: Chaining a dog or other pet to a tree or structure and leaving that animal unattended represents not only an extreme danger to that animal, but this act is also neglect of said animal.

Whereas: Chaining a dog or other pet to a tree or structure and leaving that animal unattended also disrupts classroom learning in nearby academic buildings.

THEREFORE, BE IT Resolved by the University of Colorado Student Union, THAT,

SECTION 1: The University of Colorado Student Union opposes the actions of any University of

Colorado student, faculty or staff member who leaves their dog unattended outside a building on the

University of Colorado, Boulder campus.

SECTION 2: The University of Colorado Student Union Legislative Council members are encouraged to report a neglected animal to the CU Police Department every time they witness an unattended or tied animal on the University of Colorado, Boulder campus.

SECTION 3: The University of Colorado Student Union calls upon the University Administration, and the CU Police Department to continue to inform individuals of the dangers of leaving their animals chained and unattended on the University of Colorado, Boulder campus.

SECTION 4: The University of Colorado Student Union Legislative Council directs the Executives to forward and pursue this cause in their dealings, discussions and lobbying efforts with students, faculty, staff, the administration and the community; and to work with the University of Colorado Police Department to assist them in informing individuals of the dangers of leaving their animals chained and unattended.

SECTION 5: This resolution takes effect upon passage.

2-6-03 Passed Amended 14-2-0

2-13-03 Passed 16-1-0

Sergio Gonzales

Legislative Council President Tri-executive

Michael Donnelly Tri-executive