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Chapala's proposed animal protection law goes under review

The draft of Chapala’s groundbreaking regulatory code on animal rights and protection was put up for public review this week, giving citizens and representatives of animal shelters, rescue groups and animal care professionals an opportunity to weigh in on the content and suggest changes based on real-life experiences in this community. 

Trash bin placement raises a stink

The installation of a bright red trash bin at Chapala’s main intersection early last week caused a public uproar over its placement at the focal point for photographs of the downtown’s major landmarks.

Lakeside swamped in trash

The continuing deterioration of Chapala’s aging garbage truck fleet, coinciding with the flood of Easter season visitors, made for a toxic mix that has left every corner of the community swamped in heaps of refuse over the past two weeks.