Deer Culling Has Long Controversial History in Solon

For Wayne Godzich, the most difficult issue he dealt with in 42 years of police work was not murder or mayhem, but something they don't cover at the academy: deer culling.

Over the last few years, the debate over how to manage Solon's deer herd has been one of the city's most contentious – involving protests, lawsuits and fierce debates...more

Crossbow Plan Scrapped, but Comprehensive Deer Program Coming

…councilmen Ed Kraus, Richard Bell and Robert Pelunis all had major questions with the project…more

Contentious Deer Culling Proposal Heads for Solon Council Showdown

…During a contentious safety and public properties committee meeting Wednesday, a number of residents spoke out against the program. No one spoke in favor of the pilot program…

Councilmen Rick Bell, Edward Kraus and William Russo look on while residents speak about deer culling

…Ward 6 Councilman Edward Kraus voted against sending the proposal to council last week. While he says Solon will require a comprehensive deer management program, he has doubts about bow hunting.

He said other surrounding communities that use bow hunting are more rural than Solon, which has a more urban character

"My concern is the 

safety of bow hunting," Kraus said.

"When you bow hunt,

if you miss,

what happens?"

…more

Grab Your Crossbow? Solon Considers Hunting Program to Manage Deer

Under the old deer management contract with White Buffalo Inc., it cost the city about $200 or $300 per deer...more