MONROE — City officials have set a public hearing for Aug. 1 related to a measure to control dogs in Monroe.

The new ordinance was reportedly crafted in response to citizen complaints about loose dogs, including one who reportedly bit a child. But because the city ordinance doesn’t appear to currently call for all dogs to be leashed in all situations, some citizens would like the council to revisit the issue.

“If I go for a walk anywhere in the city, I feel (dogs) should be on a leash,” said Melissa Even, who lives on 25th Avenue, addressing the council at its meeting June 20.

According to City Clerk Brittney Rindy: “the current city code stated that the animal shall be kept on a leash no more than six feet in length or appropriately restrained. The language of utilizing ‘or’ left it open to interpretation that voice commands could be considered an alternative method of maintaining control.”

The hearing will be held prior to the regular Monroe Common Council meeting at 6:30 p.m.