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We, the undersigned citizens of Smithfield, NC, respectfully request our leaders to act now to change the City ordinance to allow up to6 hens, no roosters in the backyards of residential zoning districts under certain restrictions. We feel this is necessary for the sustainability of our community, green living, education, children's activities and local food supply. This step will contribute to Johnston County sustainability. Please hear our request.
PLEASE SIGN BELOW ONLY IF YOU ARE (OR WILL BE) A RESIDENT OF SMITHFIELD, NC AND HAVE NOT YET SIGNED A PAPER PETITION. PLEASE ENTER YOUR STREET ADDRESS IN THE COMMENTS SECTION--THIS IS IMPORTANT FOR CREDIBILITY TO CITY COUNCIL.
THANKS!
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July 22, 2024
I am currently compiling our address list to show the council exactly which neighborhoods support backyard hens. Post a link to this petition on your Facebook page today. Email your city council representative right now to demand they put this on the next meeting agenda.
July 22, 2024
The momentum behind this push for backyard hens is shifting the conversation in Smithfield. Post the link to your local community Facebook group and text three neighbors today to keep the pressure on our city council members.
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This is very near and dear to my heart. It's been a deciding factor in not buying a home with an HOA. Chickens are not a nuisance to neighbors if taken care of, just like any pet.
Please lift this outdated rule. We want to be able to teach our children how to grow their own food.
It’s America, let us have chikens
Chickens are not just for eggs or meat. They help keep mites ticks and other bugs at bay. They are also therapeutic.
25 Bradford Street Smithfield NC 27577
I have supported small, no-rooster flocks for years. Nothing but beneficial. Even more so in today's times.
A chicken in every yard!
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Status: Closed — this petition is no longer accepting signatures.
Final supporters
We, the undersigned citizens of Smithfield, NC, respectfully request our leaders to act now to change the City ordinance to allow up to6 hens, no roosters in the backyards of residential zoning districts under certain restrictions. We feel this is necessary for the sustainability of our community, green living, education, children's activities and local food supply. This step will contribute to Johnston County sustainability. Please hear our request.
PLEASE SIGN BELOW ONLY IF YOU ARE (OR WILL BE) A RESIDENT OF SMITHFIELD, NC AND HAVE NOT YET SIGNED A PAPER PETITION. PLEASE ENTER YOUR STREET ADDRESS IN THE COMMENTS SECTION--THIS IS IMPORTANT FOR CREDIBILITY TO CITY COUNCIL.
THANKS!
Updates
July 22, 2024
I am currently compiling our address list to show the council exactly which neighborhoods support backyard hens. Post a link to this petition on your Facebook page today. Email your city council representative right now to demand they put this on the next meeting agenda.
July 22, 2024
The momentum behind this push for backyard hens is shifting the conversation in Smithfield. Post the link to your local community Facebook group and text three neighbors today to keep the pressure on our city council members.
16 Comments
Many local areas around us allow backyard chickens including Cary, Garner, Clayton. When kept responsibly, they are very helpful, quiet, and clean.
This is very near and dear to my heart. It's been a deciding factor in not buying a home with an HOA. Chickens are not a nuisance to neighbors if taken care of, just like any pet.
Please lift this outdated rule. We want to be able to teach our children how to grow their own food.
It’s America, let us have chikens
Chickens are not just for eggs or meat. They help keep mites ticks and other bugs at bay. They are also therapeutic.
25 Bradford Street Smithfield NC 27577
I have supported small, no-rooster flocks for years. Nothing but beneficial. Even more so in today's times.
A chicken in every yard!
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Many local areas around us allow backyard chickens including Cary, Garner, Clayton. When kept responsibly, they are very helpful, quiet, and clean.