Wildlife Management

Flyer from the City of Sierra Madre and Sierra Madre Police Department titled “Bear Intrusions – Chief’s Message.” It provides bear safety tips for residents: 1. Secure Trash & Food: Use bear-resistant bins or store indoors. Don’t leave pet food, bird seed, or BBQ scraps outside. 2. Lock it Up: Close and lock all doors, windows, garages, and sheds—especially at night. 3. Keep Yards Clean: Pick up fallen fruit, clean grills, and avoid composting meat or sweet scraps. 4. If You See a Bear: Stay calm, don’t run, speak firmly, back away slowly, and don’t turn your back. Report Wildlife Activity section: Call 911 if the bear is inside a building or if you feel unsafe. Call Sierra Madre PD at (626) 355-1414 if the bear left but was inside, keeps returning, or if you see wildlife being fed. Report sightings: Website: wildlife.ca.gov/wir Email: wildlife@cityofsierramadreca.gov Banner at the bottom reads: Feeding Wildlife is Prohibited in Sierra Madre.

A Message from the CHIEF OF POLICE

City of Sierra Madre Police Department

Dear Sierra Madre Residents,

As members of this close-knit and beautiful community, we all share in the responsibility of preserving the safety and quality of life that makes Sierra Madre so unique. One of the challenges we continue to face involves human-created food sources that attract wildlife, especially bears into our neighborhoods.

To help mitigate this issue, I’m reminding all residents of the importance of securing your trash bins. Per City Ordinance 6.10.030, it is unlawful to leave refuse, pet food, or any type of food in a manner likely to feed wildlife. This includes unsecured or overflowing trash cans. Please be advised that trash bins left unlocked or improperly stored may be subject to administrative citations under this ordinance.

Your cooperation plays a critical role in preventing unwanted wildlife interactions and maintaining a safe environment for all. If you haven’t already, please ensure that your bins are equipped with locking mechanisms and secured both before and after collection days.

Thank you for your continued partnership and for helping us protect the harmony of our community and the safety of our residents and local wildlife.

Warm regards,

Gus Barrientos

Chief of Police

Sierra Madre Police Department

Report Wildlife Activity Help us track wildlife in your area.

The Sierra Madre Department of Public Works and the Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources Commission have developed an Urban Wildlife Management Plan that can be located at the link below.

Wildlife Management Plan

While living in or visiting Sierra Madre, there is a chance you may encounter Wildlife animals like bears, coyotes, deer, and more. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife have created an educational series, called Keep Me Wild, which outlines how to safely live alongside different wildlife animals.