HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004-08-26 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
ANIMAL SHELTER ADVISORY BOARD
August 26,2004
ITEM 1 —CALL TO ORDER
A meeting of the Animal Shelter Advisory Board was called to order by Chairman Leon
Hogg at 11:05 a.m. at the City of Euless Animal Control Shelter, 1517 Wespark Way,
Euless, Texas 76040.
The following members were in attendance:
Leon Hogg
Gayla Maas, D.V.M.
Clyde Cullum
Staff Support: Ron Young, Larry James, Chris Barker,Cynthia Daniel
ITEM 2 — REVIEW AND APPROVE MINUTES FROM MEETING OF MAY 13,
2004
Leon Hogg asked if there were any questions regarding the minutes of May 13, 2004.
Leon entertained the motion for approval of the Minutes of May 13, 2004. Dr. Maas
made the motion and Clyde seconded the motion. Motion approved.
ITEM 3—POOPER SCOOPER ORDINANCE
Board discussed the need for an ordinance requiring citizens to pick up after their pets in
public places such as parks and neighbors yards. Board discussed different ways to
enforce an ordinance and also how to make the public aware of the ordinance if passed by
council. Ron suggested briefmg the City Council at a council pre-session first to see how
they would feel about an ordinance. If receptive, then Board can work on a draft
ordinance to present at a council meeting.
ITEM 4 — NEW TEXAS DEPT. OF HEALTH ANIMAL SHELTER
AMENDMENTS PASSED BY THE BOARD OF HEALTH ON JULY 1,2004
Chris Barker explained that on July 1, 2004, the Board of Health passed a new set of
amendments to the Texas Dept. of Health animal shelter rules. These rules were targeted
at cities that operate an animal impoundment facility or contract operation in counties
under 75,000 in population. These new rules go into effect on January 16, 2005. Chris
stated the City's shelter meets all current and all new standards.
Animal Shelter Board Meeting Minutes
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August 26,2004
ITEM 5—CUSTOMER SERVICE REPORT
Larry James distributed the quarterly report, May through July. The animal shelter
adopted out 83 animals for the quarter and it was noted that citations are down (only 5)
since starting the spay/neuter program with adoptions. Clyde noted that in the past
citations would have been 40-50.
ITEM 6 — BOARD MEMBERS OR CITIZENS REQUESTS OF ITEMS OF
INTEREST TO BE ADDRESSED BY STAFF AND/OR PLACED ON FUTURE
AGENDAS
Board discussed barking dog ordinance and the need to change it to a noise ordinance
that would cover all animals including crowing roosters, whining cats as well as barking
dogs. Clyde to follow up on.
Leon asked about horse situation on the north side of town — Glade Road. Ron Young
said he thought the court date had been postponed. Resident with horses has worked out
a deal with adjacent property owner to open and area in the fence so horses could go in
neighbor's pasture. It's a compromise but is not how the ordinance reads. Animal Shelter
has stopped giving citations. Supposedly horse owner is going to provide fencing to
bring it up to code. There is now grass to control runoff. Last time checked he had two
horses and that is what the code allows per acre within the 100 ft setback.
Ron had talked to Loretta regarding credit card sales and she was not enthusiastic about
it. The shelter would be a low volume user and would be more work for Larry and other
shelter officers and they would have to be trained on it. Leon stated it would be a service
to the citizens who want to adopt an animal. Larry said the shelter accepts checks and
money orders now. Board discussed accepting cash for adoption fee. Board discussed
reasons for not accepting cash. Clyde would prefer not to accept cash for safety reasons.
Clyde said he received an inquiry from the City Manager who received a letter from a
lady regarding the three year vs. one year rabies vaccination requirement. Dr. Maas
reiterated her reasons for vaccinating pets every year. The consensus of members was to
stay with requiring rabies vaccination every year.
It was mentioned that the shelter staff are now collecting mosquito samples to be tested
for West Nile Virus.
Animal Shelter Board Meeting Minutes
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August 26,2004
ITEM 7—ADJOURN
Leon asked if there was other business to be considered by the Board. There being none,
Leon entertained the motion to adjourn. Dr. Maas made the motion and Clyde seconded
it. The vote was unanimous.
The meeting was adjourned at 11:50 a.m.
APPROVED:
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Leon Hogg S /
ATTEST:
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ynthia Daniel
Administrative Assistant