The Town of Gibbons will start the process of exploring the merits of bringing an urban hen program into the community.
During Wednesday's (June 28) town council meeting, councillor Amber Harris brought up a motion for the town to gather research on similar programs around the area.
"I know that Bon Accord has one and it's very successful," said Harris. "I would like to direct administration to do some research into potentially creating an urban hen program in Gibbons."
The motion was carried by the council with just one vote of opposition, which came from councillor Norman Sandahl, who cited the expensive investments needed to convert a property to properly house hens.
"It's a major investment on your property," said Sandahl. "You must have a heated enclosure, if you want to keep it during the winter, must have water, food, and bedding at all times."
"The setup costs usually run about $2,500."
More information will be brought to the council at a future meeting.