Municipal Guide | Page 27

Things You Should Know Animals Just as people elsewhere in the United States, many Riverside residents consider their dog an important member of their household. Pet owners should remember the special responsiblities they have pertaining to the four-legged members of the family. •Animals must be leashed when not on the property of the owner. •It is unlawful to allow any animal to defecate on private or public property without collecting the by-product. •Dogs must be licensed by the village and wear a collar at all times. Annual licenses are due at the same time as vehicle stickers, by June 30 th of each year. •Owners of dogs who bark excessively may be fined. Dogs are not permitted to violate the peace and quiet of another person or neighborhood. •Every owner of a cat or dog four months old or older must have their animal inoculated with the rabies vaccine as required by the Illinois Department of Agriculture. •For more information please see “Being a Responsible Dog Owner” on the Village’s website or you can pick up a copy at the front desk of the Village Office. Block Parties Block Parties are a great way to meet neighbors and have fun. Applications for a Block Party Permit can be found on the website at the Form Center (bottom of home page) or at the front desk of the Village Hall. The Village will provide barricades for the street however residents are responsible for their placement and removal from the street. Police and Fire personnel will do their best to accommodate visits, contingent on staffing needs. Applications should be filed at 27