Avon Lake Shares Coyote Safety Tips for Residents | The Locally Times

The City of Avon Lake shared 'Urban Coyote Tips & Resources' on May 5, 2026, noting February as peak mating season, though records do not specify the content of the tips.

The city's communication identified February as the peak coyote mating season, a period when coyotes are typically more active, visible, territorial, and vocal as they search for mates and establish dens. The city's records do not include the specific content of these safety tips, nor do they detail the actions residents should take regarding coyote encounters. The May 5 announcement date, several months after the identified peak mating season, creates an anomaly regarding whether the tips were issued for the past season or in preparation for the next. This information appeared alongside other city news, including details about a proposed 0.4% municipal income tax increase on the May 5, 2026, ballot, intended to fund road and capital improvements. The city's records do not clarify the impetus for sharing the wildlife information at this specific time.