HomeMy WebLinkAbout2006-02-23 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
ANIMAL SHELTER ADVISORY BOARD
FEBRUARY 23, 2006
ITEM 1 — CALL TO ORDER
A meeting of the Animal Shelter Advisory Board was called to order by Leon
Hogg 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:
Leon Hogg
Gayla Maas, D.V.M.
Clyde Cullum
Staff Support: Larry James, Chris Barker, Cynthia Daniel
ITEM 2 - REVIEW AND APPROVE MINUTES FROM MEETING OF OCTOBER
27, 2005
Leon Hogg asked if there were any questions regarding the minutes of October
27, 2005. Leon Hogg entertained a motion for approval of the Minutes of
October 27, 2005. Dr. Maas made the motion and Clyde Cullum seconded the
motion. Motion approved.
ITEM 3 - DISCUSS MANDATORY REGISTRATION OF ANIMALS
Discussed the Fort Worth's policy which is voluntary registration. They issue a
pet license for a fee of $7 per year. Colleyville's is basically the same as Fort
Worth's. If an animal is picked up at large in Colleyville and is not registered,
there is an impoundment fee and owner must register the animal. The fee is $4
per year for an altered animal. Dr. Maas would want Euless to require a
certificate of vaccination as proof animal has had rabies shot along with the metal
tag. Euless has never had mandatory registration, just voluntary with a fee of $1
for the cost of tag. Euless dropped the $1 fee because of citizens' complaints.
One selling point for registration is that it makes it easier to return animals that
are picked up. It was estimated that there are 6-10,000 animals in Euless. It
was suggested the city first try voluntary registration at no cost to sign up. Dr
Maas suggested that the registration be renewable and require proof of
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vaccination for rabies and proof that animals have been altered. Discussed
computer software that can identify if animals are registered. Discussed fine for
animals that are picked up that are not spayed/neutered and don't have a current
rabies vaccination. Consider returning registered animals that are picked up at
large to their homes as a service and not charge a fee. This would be an
incentive for registering animal.
Chris Barker is going to research various cities policies/municipal codes via the
internet and will prepare a proposal for the next meeting. The Board will look at
proposal and get it ready to send to Council. Suggested that registration
information be included in package/packet that new residents receive from Bill
Ridgway.
Discussed why there isn't a state-wide registration law.
ITEM 4 - DISCUSS BACKYARD BREEDERS
Leon asked if the City of Euless has a problem with backyard breeders.
Clyde said that it was mostly pit bull breeders, but that they don't take up a lot of
their time. Larry James said that while they do receive calls about too many
dogs in backyards, at this time there are not enough complaints to warrant further
action.
ITEM 5 - DISCUSS COYOTE SIGHTINGS IN LITTLE BEAR ADDITION
Ron Young said he received a call from a resident that saw a coyote with a rabbit
or cat in its mouth. Shelter recieves calls from residents concerned about their
kids safety. Shelter responds to calls regarding coyote sightings in the city.
Animal Control has tried unsuccessfully to trap coyotes. Chris mentioned a
website about coyotes.
ITEM 6 - DISCUSS ANIMAL SHELTER NEEDS FOR FY 07 BUDGET
Chris has been going through internal audit. Everything looks good for shelter.
Auditor made some recommendations. Shelter goes over budget on supplies
and overtime for personnel. Auditor may recommend more funding. Clyde will
ask that part-time kennel tech be made full time. Dr. Maas said that sometimes
there is no one at the shelter because officers are out on calls. Clyde has had to
cut back on kennel tech's hours because he has exceeded budgeted amount.
Would like to train kennel tech position to be able to go out in field like other
officers.
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Shelter has purchsed a new copier since last meeting.
Shelter has two used freezers that may need to be replaced. Clyde would like to
purchase a heavy duty commercial freezer.
Animal Control would like an opticom for shelter trucks so animal control officers
can get into gated apartment complexes and gated residential subdivisions. Will
find out how much opticom will cost.
ITEM 7 - DISCUSS PLANNING FOR DOG DAZE `06
Dog Daze is scheduled for Saturday, May 13th and will have the standard
offerings. It will be advertised in Euless Today magazine. Dr. Maas will try to get
another veterinarian to help her. Public Works will borrow some bleachers from
Parks Dept. for people to sit in while waiting for service. Suggested using "take a
number system" to help with the long lines of people waiting for vaccinations for
their pets.
ITEM 8 - CUSTOMER SERVICE REPORT
Larry distributed report for the fourth quarter of 2005. Dr. Maas commented that
the calls for service have increased which would back up the need for making the
kennel tech position full-time to keep the shelter clean. Shelter is busier in
general. Leon asked if shelter receives calls from people who live on the south
side fo South Pipeline Road (Ft. Worth side). Larry said yes but they are told to
call the City of Ft. Worth.
ITEM 9 - BOARD MEMBERS OR CITIZENS REQUESTS OF ITEMS OF
INTEREST TO BE ADDRESSED BY STAFF AND/OR PLACED ON FUTURE
AGENDAS
Clyde distributed copy of a card that was received that complimented the shelter
staff.
Leon asked if shelter still had plenty of food for animals and Clyde responded
that the shelter hasn't had to buy dog food in three years because of all the
donations shelter receives.
Leon asked that that the Board meeting scheduled for October be changed to
November because it conflicts with the TML conference.
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ITEM 10 —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 12:00 P.M.
APPROVED:
By: Imo
L-.n Hogg
ATTEST:
By:
nthia Daniel
Administrative Assistant