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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
ANIMAL SHELTER ADVISORY BOARD
October 30, 2003
Item 1 —CALL TO ORDER
A meeting of the Animal Shelter Advisory Board was called to order by Dr. Maas at
11:10 a.m. at the City of Euless Animal Control Shelter, 1517 Westpark Way, Euless,
Texas 76040.
The following members were in attendance:
Gayla Maas, D.V.M.
Clyde Cullum
Agapito Bernal
Staff Support: Chris Barker, Ron Young, Larry James, Cynthia Daniel
Visitors: Conna Sanner
Item 2 — REVIEW AND APPROVE MINUTES FROM MEETING OF JULY 31,
2003
Dr. Maas asked if there were any questions regarding the minutes of July 31, 2003.
Clyde Cullum entertained the motion for approval of the Minutes of July 31, 2003.
Clyde made the motion and Dr. Maas seconded the motion.
Item 3 —PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS FOR FY 03-04
Clyde Cullum spoke to Kyle McAdams about painting and putting epoxy on floors and
walls of the dog runs at the shelter. Will probably close the shelter for a week to do the
work. May ask the City of Bedford's shelter if they will house animals temporarily or
weather permitting, 2-3 crates could be set up outside to keep animals.
Clyde said six doors will be replaced (four with windows for quarantine area) and that the
back door will have a window.
Clyde will speak to Kyle about replacing tile in the office, waiting areas, and breakroom
and install new countertops, sink, dishwasher and cabinets in the breakroom.
ASAB Minutes of October 30, 2003
Ron Young asked that committee members thank Councilman Hogg for making the
funding for improvements possible. The cost of proposed improvements exceeds amount
the council approved by approximately $6,000 and will be absorbed into other accounts.
Dr. Maas said that the business "All Paws Go To Heaven" will pick up animals and take
to their cremation facility. Ron will talk to Deputy City Manager regarding a contract
with"All Paws".
Item 4—SHELTER ENHANCEMENTS DURING FY 02-03
(1) Larry James received a computer, (2) other staff employees have internet access, (3) a
TV/VCR and video tapes were purchased, (4) air fresheners, (5) wall mural painted by
volunteer Conna Sanner, and(6) repairs were made on dog runs and gates.
Item 5—RECURRING CALLS FOR SERVICE
Aware of two recurring complaints between neighbors regarding dogs. One is for
barking dog and the other is for dog jumping fence into complainant's yard.
Item 6—ANIMAL SHELTER ACTIVITY REPORT (3RD QUARTER—2003)
Clyde distributed a copy of activity report for viewing for the period June '03 to Sept.
'03.
Item 7—PROJECTED MEETING SCHEDULE FOR 2004
Distributed a tentative meeting schedule for the year 2004. Dates appeared to be okay
with Dr. Maas. The next meeting is scheduled for January 29, 2004.
Item 8—BOARD MEMBERS OR CITIZENS REQUESTS OF ITEMS OF
INTEREST TO BE ADDRESSED BY STAFF AND/OR PLACED ON FUTURE
AGENDAS
Conna Sanner made several improvement suggestions: (1) improve the heating and air
conditioning in the dog run area (fans may be okay), (2) animals may need extra blankets
this winter, (3) fix water hoses that drip, (4) replace gravel where the furnace leaked, and
(5) heating pads for injured animals and wildlife (Dr. Maas said heat lamps would be
better than heating pads—less likely to burn the animal).
Dr. Maas asked if shelter accepts litters of kittens or puppies from people. Clyde said
shelter will accept them from Euless citizens. Shelter does not require person leaving a
litter to have the adult animal spayed.
If shelter is full, staff will suggest the Humane Society.
ASAB Minutes of October 30, 2003
Discussed Star Telegram article on rabies shots.
Item 9 —ADJOURN
Dr. Maas asked if there was other business to be considered by the Board. There being
none, Dr. Maas entertained the motion to adjourn. Clyde made the motion and Dr. Maas
seconded it. The vote was unanimous.
The meeting was adjourned at 11:35am.
APPROVED:
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Gayla J. .as, D. .
ATTEST:
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By: r/
thia Daniel
Administrative Assistant