HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007-04-19 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
ANIMAL SHELTER ADVISORY BOARD
APRIL 19, 2007
ITEM 1 — CALL TO ORDER
A meeting of the Animal Shelter Advisory Board was called to order by Leon Hogg at
11:00 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: Richard Boatright, Ron Young, & Cynthia Daniel
ITEM 2 - REVIEW AND APPROVE MINUTES FROM MEETING OF JANUARY 25,
2007
Leon Hogg asked if there were any questions regarding the minutes of January 25,
2007. Dr. Maas made a motion to approve the Minutes of January 25, 2007. Clyde
Cullum seconded the motion. Motion approved.
ITEM 3 — MANDATORY REGISTRATION ORDINANCE
Distributed draft of ordinance. Dr. Maas recommended accepting it as is. Clyde will ask
Larry James if he is satisfied with it when he returns to work. Motion made by Dr. Maas
and seconded by Clyde Cullum to send ordinance to City Council. Motion approved.
Ron will give ordinance to City Manager and request that it be put on council agenda.
ITEM 4 — SCHEDULE MEETINGS FOR 2007
Board scheduled the next two meetings for the year for August 16th and October 25th
At the October meeting, the Board will discuss dates for the 2008 meetings.
ITEM 5 —VETERINARY SERVICE PROVIDER (CONTINUE DISCUSSION)
Richard Boatright said the shelter is still getting complaints about Heritage. Clyde
stated that the shelter no longer has a contract with Heritage. Ron asked that Clyde get
Harwood Oaks' fees for services guaranteed in writing for a year. May need to change
the fee ordinance since Harwood Oaks' fees are higher. Leon said it wasn't necessary
to get quotes for veterinary services since the amount would not be over $25,000.
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ITEM 6 — UPDATE ON 5-YEAR FACILITY PLAN
Ron distributed copies of the architect's design drawing which would add space to the
existing facility. This is a conceptual plan that will need tweaking. Clyde said the state
would have to approve any plans before being built.
ITEM 7 — DOG DAZE 2007 PREVIEW & PLANNING
Dr. Maas has about 50 cards to send out. Clyde suggested using the new Public Works
facility parking lot instead of closing off street at the shelter. Have the tent secured and
one groomer. Still need another groomer. Will be serving hot dogs & snacks. Dr. Maas
will need two tables and four chairs. Clyde will check with the Parks Dept. to see if they
can provide bleachers.
ITEM 8 — CUSTOMER SERVICE REPORT
Distributed copies of the 2007 1st Quarter Customer Service Report. Leon commented
that there were a lot of calls for service. Dr. Maas commented that there were more
animals in the shelter. Clyde said there were more animals at large picked up,
particularly pit bulls running loose in neighborhoods.
ITEM 9 — BOARD MEMBERS OR CITIZENS REQUESTS OF ITEMS OF INTEREST
TO BE ADDRESSED BY STAFF AND/OR PLACED ON FUTURE AGENDAS
Clyde reported that Larry James should be back at work on Monday.
Jeff Murphy is back at work in the Public Works Dept.
ITEM 10 — ADJOURN
The meeting was adjourned at 11:55 A.M.
APPROVED:
By:
Leon Hogg
ATTEST:
By: aiC thia Daniel
Administrative Assistant