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MINUTES OF THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI
ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Nueces County Public Health District
Education Room, 2626 Holly Rd
The Minutes for January 19 1 h, 2011
Members Present: Bill Schroeder, Samantha Person, Dr. Nina Sisley, Heather Tarnoski, Barbara Beynon and
Dr. Barbara Whitlock
Members Absent: none
(The following staff members were present) Larry Blas, Elizabeth Hundley and Dr, Thomas House
Guests: Mark Schauer, Harold Bennett, Renee Zeccl, Jessica Savage, Jonathon Wood and Mark Crider
Call to Order:
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Mr. Schroeder called the meeting to order at 1230
2. Discussion and possible A rovai of Minutes from November 17rh 2012
Dr, Sisley made a motion to approve the minutes, Dr. Whitlock 2 1d the motion all in favor motion passed.
3. Discussion and possible Approval of Absences from November 17 4 h, 2012
Mr. Schroeder noted that Ms. Beynon was absent from the meeting; Ms. Beynon stated that her absence was work related.
Ms, Person made a motion to approve Ms. Beynons' absence, Dr. Whitlock 2 nd the motion, all in favor motion passed.
4. Discussion of Current Zoonosis Report
Mr, Schroeder noted that the Zoonosis report was attached for viewing and no additional comments were made.
5. Discussion of Current Shelter Report
Mr, Blas informed the committee that the shelter reports for November and December and the annual report for 2011 were attached for their
review and if you have any questions let me know. The shelter report for November 2011 were as follows; 931 incoming animals, 18 rescues,
26 adoptions,7 died in kennel, 129 bite cases, animals euthanized were 699 and total calls for service was 2,404, The number of violations for
November 2011 were 7 unrestrained, 2 failure to vaccinate and 2 for city registration. The shelter report for December 2011 had 467 incoming
animals, 30 rescued, 26 adopted, 62 return to owners. 129 bite cases, 7 died in kennel, 699 euthanized for a total of 824 outgoing animals and
2,404 for a total of calls for service, The violations for the month of December are 25 failure to restrain, 26 failure to vaccinate and 5 for failure
to register.
VIOLATION SUMMARY REPORT FOR 2011
January — 91
February — 99
March — 87
Aril - 36
May — 38
June - 18
.Tut — 30
August — 19
September — 26
October -17
November 12
December - 85
Mr. Blas added that he had a presentation to show to the committee, as you view the presentation if you look at the numbers of animals picked
up last year keep that in mind as you watch the presentation. Dr. Whitlock noted that it is showing for December that there were no animals
dropped off. Mr, Blas replied that is an error and will have that adjusted for the next meeting. It was asked if that would make the annual report
incorrect, Mr. Blas replied no.
Mr. Blas showed the presentation "Enough is enough ", and explained that what we are doing is a community outreach program and talking to
the public, We are looking at leaders, homeowners associations, and church groups and talking with presidents of associations. At this point
we have found out that procedures of animal control haven't really changed, We are looking at doing feral cats, breeder permit, the goal is
instead of doing it over and over, we want to go out and encourage the community to be proactive and build something with them. We are
educating and there to help them. With the leader groups are being pro - active and signs wanting to be put up in neighborhoods about obeying
the leash law and caring for your pet.
Dr, Whitlock asked if it was illegal to sell dogs on the side of the road. Mr. Bias replied yes and you can call us or the police department, we
are now available 24 hours a day,
Mr. Bias expressed that the goal along wfth 2 staff members that will assist to set up programs for community outreach, we will go to their
meetings and present the same presentation, The first phase is the sweeps, going out into the problem neighborhoods and picking up the
dogs and educate, Phase # 2 is the staff members will be going out into the communities; the adults need to be reeducated all over again.
Mr. Bias added that we have talked about the mandatory spay neuter and understand that not everyone is in favor of it, I have done research
on Dallas and San Antonio, they have an intact permit. If you want to breed your dogs you are allowed to got a permit once a year, they charge
$75 but we wouldn't charge that much, You get to breed your pet twice a year, not only breed but come to a pet responsibility class which is 4
hours which is why you want to breed your pet. A responsible breeder could be waived from sitting in the class, Education is our goal; to press
the guidelines and manage the population.
Dr. Whitlock asked what the difference for city registration when a pet is altered or not. Ms. Taube replied that when an animal is not altered it
is $12 or $35 if their veterinarian does a 3 year vaccine, or an altered animal Is $4 or $10.
Ms. Beynon asked about the ones that are 'under the radar, when you have a litter and none of them are licensed, Mr, Bias replied that we do
check on current registration and vaccines, if they cannot provide the information they receive citations, People still don't obey the leash law
and now that you are going to be getting more manpower will make it easier. Mr. Bias replied that's why we are implementing enough is
enough, Mr, Bias added that we made over $580k in citations in 2010. Mr. Blas is asking the committee to recommend the mandatory spay
and neutering or an intact permit, If someone wants to be breed they need to be responsible about it.
6. Discussion of Current Clinic Report
Mr, Bias informed the committee that for the month of November there was a total of 105 spay and neuter for the public and 20 shelter animals
for a total of 125. The total numbers for December were 130 spay and neuter for the public and 23 for shelter animals for a total of 153,
7. Discussion regarding falconry
Mr. Schroeder pointed out that it was approximately 1 '/z ago where we had a speaker on falconry. Mr, Jonathon Wood introduced himself to
the committee as a master falconer and use falcons and hawks for hunting. I am also a professional educator with raptors, eagles, hawks,
falcons and owls. Mr, Wood owns the Raptor Project and programs at various venues and I do this in 28 states. Mr, Wood added that he
found that in the city limits of Corpus Christi that it is prohibited to own on your property. Mr. Wood stated that there are a small handful of
residents that own falcons they use for hunting that were unaware it's illegal to own. Mr. Wood expressed his opinion in the ordinance and that
it was the first one he had seen where you cannot own in city limits,
Mr. Schroeder asked Mr. Wood what he was asking from the committee because they didn't have the ordinance at the present time. Mr. Wood
replied that he was asking the committee to recommend to city council, under the ordinance
8. Discussion and possible recommendation on committee member appointment
Mr. Schroeder opened the floor for discussion on the recommendation for the committee member appointment. The committee had a general
discussion on the applicants available for the vacant position.
Dr. Whitlock made a motion to nominate Harold Bennett and Jennifer Diaz for the position, Ms, Person 2nd the motion, all in favor motion
passed.
9. Discussion review and possible recommendation of the Feral Cat Colony permit ordinance,
A general discussion was held on the recommendation of the Feral Cat Colony ordinance. Ms. Hundley provided an updated draft on this
ordinance and informed the committee of the changes made to the draft, Ms. Hundley did point out that with the changes under section 4 and
when such a program would go into effect, In order to pass the ordinance it would have 2 readings a week apart and then publication in
newspaper and then without an effective date it would be effective. Since this is a program for the committee to have a recommendation along
with the program manager and when such a program would be instituted.
Ms. Person informed the committee that from a meeting with Mr. Blas we wanted to add that with the 15 cats but more may be approved on a
case by case basis. Ms. Hundley replied that she could change it to that. Mr. Schroeder asked if it would be the governing body when
someone asks for additional cats. Ms. Person replied yes. Ms. Hundley pointed out to the committee's sake since it's a governmental action
you would want to keep in mind that the more discretion that an action allows the more likely it is to fail, Also without out some upper limit it is
limitless.
Ms. Person updated the committee that thru research and taking some of the responsibility from Animal Control; sponsors like the Cattery or
Gulf Coast Humane Society to manage the cat colonies. The sponsor would be responsible for providing the caretaker on how to do everything
that is necessary for the colony and the sponsor would report to Animal Control. Mr. Blas added that with the partnering of the sponsors and
that organization can be sponsored with the ASPCA. The sponsor would keep track of what's going on and managing the colonies. Mr.
Schroeder asked if this was an ordinance related item or does it need to be part of the ordinance. Ms, Hundley replied that the City has many
programs that are not detailed in ordinances, they are city laws. If the committee is considering another way to manage a program then you
may or may not need an ordinance to accomplish that. The committee further discussed the possibility of adding an additional liaison
alongs #de Animal Control. Ms. Person asked Ms, Hundley would there need to bean ordinance because there's already an ordinance that
says people can't do this. Ms. Hundley replied that it could be a matter of amend the existing ordinance to recognize the allowance of a
program with the proper language Ms. Person stated that it would be allowed to amend the current ordinance such program and the rules
delegated by the parameters of the program as such, The committee discussed what the responsibilities are for the sponsor working with the
caretaker of the colony, Mr. Bias added that the ASPCA have worked with this type of program before and feel it is worth looking into.
Ms. Beynon asked Ms. Hundley if the City passed this ordinance and utilizes non - profits to assist would records on individual colonies, would
the records because they are being maintained by non - profits be subject for open records requests. Ms. Hundley replied that she would after
do research it specifically, If the city enters into a service agreement with a third party provider or vendor yes those records are, but it depends
on the relationship that would be constructed for this purpose, Ms, Beynon also asked about C1 in the draft, with the surrounding properties
surrounding who are you required to get permission from. Ms. Hundley replied that it depends on what the committee defines what adjacent to
1 be; typically the neighbor to the east, south and north and or any property that touches the affected property, Ms, Beynon expressed her
concern about homeowner rights and the wildlife and the possibilities of how it could affect the value of the home. Aiso that that there is no
restriction on how many colonies one can have and nothing in this on who can be a caretaker. Mr. Schroeder added that in prior discussions
the permit is annual and if a neighbor moved or one decided they didn't want it the colony would have to be relocated, Ms. Hundtey asked if the
committee was suggesting that a permit holder would have to obtain a sponsorship as a non - profit. Ms. Person replied no, we are talking about
being approved by other organizations that's been approved by Animal Control. Ms. Person added that she wanted to remove the written
permission from the surrounding properties. Mr. Blas added that we are trying to manage the problem and what Ms, Person is proposing that a
non- profit organization that assists Animal Control in the teaching and training of the applicants of the cat colonies. If we get too many
complaints about such a colony we would notify the caretaker that the colony needs to be removed. It's a matter of responsibility and
guidelines,
Mr. Schroeder opened the discussion of the feral cats to the public. Mr, Bennett asked about non - profits sponsoring. Ms. Person explained
that any organization wants to assist with the program would apply to Mr. Blas, if Gulf Coast was to sponsor, people could call Gulf Coast for
the permit and they would teach them the proper way to TIER, possibly offer help with sterilization. You would provide all the data to Mr. Blas
for that colony. Ms. Person asked if we could amend the ordinance that is already in place. Ms, Hundley replied that she still needed some
language on the parameters of how it will work, what you envision. Cdr. Schauer wanted to point out for consideration in regards to
commercial properties with residential people complaining. TX AW had a program for a commercial property. Ms. Hundley stated that's good
information for the committee and the committee might want to consider Cdr. Schauers' recommendation, Ms. Hundley added that unless the
program is limited the City limits it to commercially zoned property.
Ms. Beynon asked about what is done when people are feeding 20 cats. Mr. Blas replied that we ask if they want to trap and there are some
we issue citations to. The problem is there and we need to figure out how to manage it, then there has been the law that if you spay or neuter
and vaccinate the animals can be free roaming. That's a problem and there are people who do this so they can roam free, Ms. Hundley
explained to the committee that the free roaming came from either your cats outside was going to be on a leash or always remain in- doors, so
that is where the free roaming provision came in, which was a committee generated item. Ms. Beynon asked about issuing tsckets on cats that
aren't spayed /neutered and free roaming. Mr. Blas replied that we impound them, we require them to be fixed and issue a spay neuter citation.
We don't issue for failure to restrain a cat. Cdr. Schauer asked if there was a difference if you create a colony somewhere that one wants to
take care of it do we not euthanize or serve the colonies that exist where they are at. Instead of euthanizing ones that come in, micro -chip and
put them in commercial colonies to keep them alive.
10. Discussion, review and Dossible recommendation on the Breeders permit ordinance
A general discussion was held on the recommendation of the Breeders permit ordinance. Ms. Hundley provided updated information to the
committee on this ordinance and based on the prior draft from the original provision by a former committee member, this is what was
presented. Ms. Beynon asked if we could get away from the term 'back yard breeder' and change it to irresponsible breeders. It makes it
sound like a racial slur. Dr. Whitlock brought up that we need to find what the core and what we mean by back yard breeding. Ms. Hundley
added that it appears to be a slang term not only in this draft but the former member Ms. Martinez brought forth. It appears to be a slang term
referring to irresponsible breeding. The committee discussed the possibilities of what they could do to change the name of the term 'back yard
breeder'. Ms. Hundley replied that at this time she will change back yard with irresponsible, the committees intention is to address the
overpopulation and breeding without control so the change can be made to change back yard to irresponsible is what the committee wants to
address,
Ms. Hundley also pointed out the time frame of 6 -8 weeks to keep the animal before giving away or selling, It shows how many times a dog can
be bred or whelp each year, so that is where the draft is now. It is almost unchanged when Ms. Martinez brought forward for the committees
consideration. The committee discussed how many times a dog could be bred in a year. Ms. Person added that Mr. Bias prefers in the intact
permit, which is basically the same thing.
The committee discussed how many times animal can be bred under the possible breeders permit ordinance. Ms. Beynon asked if she wanted
to sell a dog if she had to have a permit to do that Ms. Hundley replied that under the proposaf yes but the committee can change that, the
sentence appears to have gone beyond what the purpose of the ordinance was. Ms. Hundley added that commercial animal establishments
along with as long as they have the commercial permit can sell animals. There isn't a lot of sell for adoptions activity happening at dog shows,
the dog animal show itself has a commercial and exhibition permit for that show. Ms. Tarn oski asked about the part where it states that you
cannot sell from a public place unless you have a permit but it doesn't say you can't sell one period. Ms. Hundley replied that we have the
prohibition I the city that you cannot set up a tent and sell an animal in the city, The sentence is so broad, it says any dog. The committee
should consider rewording this to achieve what the objective was, The offspring of animals under a breeders permit have to be sold in a lawful
way, which would be from a classified ad or sign within your property, Mr. Blas asked about the fee. Ms. Hundley replied it states a non-
refundable application fee and Animal Care can modify that fee, Mr, Schroeder added that we were going to take out the sale/adoption. Mr.
Blas agreed with this. Mr. Blas added that the fee would be $10.00. Ms. Hundley added that a fine could be $500.00 or up to $2,000 if under
penal code. The committee had a discussion on how to word the breeder permit and adding cats to this permit.
11. Public Comments
Mr, Crider shared news clippings from San Antonio where they talk about Animal Control activity in the city and would like to see more of this in
Corpus Christi, Ms, Tamoski added that they had done advertising thru Caller Times and the person doing so would like to put a section in the
paper for pets. This person was a photographer but nothing was done. Dr. House added that Channel 3 has supported thru Michael Gibson.
Cdr. Schauer introduced himself as part of the CC Police Department. He added that he was talking to the ACM Riggs and now Animal Control
is under the Police Department. They do have their budget but they are now under the supervision of PD, Mr. Bias reports to Mr. Schauer, and
in turn in report to JB. Garcia and he reports to the chief until further notice, Everyone mentioned was here yesterday at a staff meeting and
talked about animal control and possible changes coming up. Mr. Schauer added that PD is a good fit for Animal Control in light of issues from
non - profit groups. Cdr Schauer added that we will be working on a written manual in place. There was also a meeting with PAAC, we listened
to their complaints, who have taken an acrimonious view of Animal Control. We are working to manage, lead and assist.
12. Identify items to be placed on next agenda
The committee wanted the following items to be placed on the agenda for the month of December. Discussion review and possible
recommendation for the breeders permit; and discussion, review and possible recommendation for the cat colony permit.
14. Adbjou rnment
Ms. Beynon made a motion to adjourn, Ms, Person 2nd the motion all in favor motion passed. 2:15 pm
Laura E. Robinson, DVM, MS *4 601 W. Sesame Drive
Vacant - Zoonosis Control Specialist , Harlingen, Texas 78550
Letty Tamayo - Public Health Specialist' TEXAS Office: (956) 444 -3212 FAX: (956) 444 -3216
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HEALTH SERVICE REGION 11 MONTHLY NEWSLETTER 2092
, - JANUARY
RABIES REPORT
2012 2011 2010
JANUARY 4 0 2
TOTAL. 4
Four cases of rabies were reported in Region 11 during
January: two bats from Hidalgo County, one bat from
Webb County and one horse from Zapata County. A
destroyed dog, a destroyed coyote and a destroyed skunk
from Hidalgo County were also investigated. There were
no reported exposures to the rabid bats, but seven people
had exposure to the rabid horse's saliva with possible
contact on their mucous membranes or open cuts/
scratches. All seven people initiated rabies post- exposure
)tment. The rabies virus infecting the horse was
,en
tif,ed as the South Central skunk strain. This horse
was originally from an area with skunk rabies in northern
Texas and had been purchased and transported to Zapata
County on January 8th.
2012 RABIES CASES
i Horse -1
Ak Bat - 3
JANUARY CASES
OTHER RESULTS
DATE
COUNTY
SPECIES
RESULTS
1112/12
Hidalgo
Dog
Destroyed
1113/12
Hidalgo
Coyote
Destroyed
1/23/12
Hidalgo
Skunk
Destroyed
CASE#
DATE
COUNTY
SPECIES
1
1123112
Hidalgo
Evening bat
2
1125112
Hidalgo
Freetailed bat
3
1127112
Webb
Freetailed bat
4
1127112
Zapata
Horse
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CHAGAS DISEASE
Chagas disease is an illness caused by the organism Trypanosoma cruzi, which can be transmitted by
Triatomids, also known as kissing bugs. These bugs are about 1 inch/ long and feed on blood from mam-
mals, birds, and reptiles. Fact sheets in English and Spanish from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention (CDC) are available at the website www.cdc.gov /parasites / chagas.
Chagas disease is primarily known for affecting dogs in Texas. The trypanosome often infects
the heart and can cause weakness, decreased activity and sometimes sudden, unexplained
death. Veterinarians can test dogs for Chagas disease through a veterinary diagnostic laboratory.
In Texas, the triatomine bugs can be submitted for identification and testing. Instructions and a
submission form are included on pages 3 and 4. Remember: the bugs and their feces may be
contaminated with trypanosomes! Please use gloves or a plastic bag to place them in a container
for mailing or to dispose of them. Wash your hands thoroughly afterwards.
For additional information about Chagas disease, see the DSHS website: www.dshs.state.tx.us /idcu/
diseaselchagas.
VISIT US: www.dshs.state.tK.us1reqion1 I/servicesizoonosils.shtm Publication #57 -10768
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RABIES AWARENESS AND PREVENTION POSTER CONTEST
The Department of State Health Services' Zoonosis Control Branch is conducting the Spring 2012
statewide "Rabies Awareness & Prevention Poster Contest" for kindergarten - 8th grade students. Prizes
are being provided by the Zach Jones Memorial Fund (www.zachjonesmemorial.org). There will be
one prize (a Nintendo 3DS) for the top - ranking kindergarten poster; there will be a first, second, and third
place prize for each other age group (grades 1 -2, 3 -5 and 6 -8). First prize for groups 3 -5 and 6 -8 will be
an Xbox 360 with Kinect; 2nd prize for group 6 -8 will be a Nook Color or Kindle Fire; 2nd prize for group
3 -5 will be an iPod Touch; 3rd prize will be a $50 Visa gift card. First prize for the grades 1 -2 group will
be a Nintendo 3DS; 2nd prize will be an iPod Nano; 3rd prize will be a $50 Visa Gift Card.
Rabies is endemic in Texas. Skunks and bats are the most commonly affected species, and school
grounds are the number one location in Texas for exposure to rabid bats. Bat bites are not always notice-
able and many people are unaware that exposure to bats poses a risk. Most of these rabies exposures
are preventable through education. Information about the contest can be downloaded from the DSHS
Zoonosis Control website www,dshs. state .tx.uslidcu /health /zoonosis. You can view the winning
posters submitted for the previous contests at this same site.
The poster submission deadline is April 6, 2012. Please contact Bonny Mayes [(512) 458 -7111,
ext. 2888 or bon ny. m ayes @ds hs.state.tx. us] or Dr. Skip Oertli [(512) 458 -7111, ext. 3306 or
ernest.oertli @dshs.state.tx.us] if you have questions.
Texas Department of State Health Services ORVP vaccine distribution areas, 2012.
From the "Daily Report" available at www.texasorvp.org under "Updates."
p TEXAS
Submitting a Triatomine Bug (Kissing Bug /Cone -Nose
Department of
sure, laeaith Services BugNinchuca) for Trypanosoma cruzi Testing
The Department of State Health Services, in conjunction with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control
and Prevention (CDC), provides testing of Triatomine bugs for the parasite Trypanosoma cruzi. T.
cruzi is the causative agent of Chagas disease in humans and potentially fatal infections in dogs and
other animals. This free service is provided to Texas residents only.
Fill out the ` °Submitter," "Specimen" and "Comments" portions of the "Texas Triatomine Bug
Submission Form" which can be downloaded from
www.dshs. state. tx. us /idou /health /zoonosis/Triatominae /. If you are submitting more than one bug,
you should complete a separate form for each.
2. Place the bug, dead or alive, into a pill vial or other suitable container. Do not use alcohol or other
preservatives. If you are submitting more than one bug, you should place each bug into a
separate container and label each container and its accompanying submission form such that we
will know which container goes with which form.
3. Place the vial(s), sufficiently padded if breakable, and accompanying "Texas Triatomine Bug
Submission Form(s)" into a mailing tube or padded envelope.
4. Call the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Regional Zoonosis Control Program office
that serves your county for mailing instructions. DSHS county service areas and contact
information for DSHS Regional Zoonosis Control Program offices may be found at
wvvw.dshs.state.tx.us/idcu/health/zoonosis/contact/.
5. Results will be reported to you by phone, usually within 2 weeks.
For Additional Information
Texas Department of State Health Services
Region 11 Zoonosis Control Program
Laura E. Robinson, DVM, MS ( Laura .Robinson @dshs.state.tx.us)
Letty Tamayo — Public Health and Prevention Specialist (Leticia.Tamayo @dshs.state.tx.us)
601 W. Sesame Drive
Harlingen, Texas 78550
Telephone: (956) 444 -3212
FAX: (956) 444 -3216
DSHS website: www.dshs. state .tx.uslidcu /disease / chagas/
CDC website: www.cdc.gov /chagas/
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Department of State Health Services
Texas Triatomine Bug Submission Form
DSHS Form: EF15 -13785 Rev. 12/06/2011
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City of Corpus Christi
Animal Care and Control Services
MONTHLY ACTIVITY REPORT
January 2012 Correct Copy
BITE CASES
Dog
cat
W. 1'R4N Y.i Cy -¢ af.1q 1V-W
Total
Restrained �On 'Property
Owner
Neuter
Spay
0
Dogs Cats
Other
Total by Activity
General Public/Pet Owners
Activity
# 1 % # 1 %
# 1
%
#
1 %
Unknown Restraint
36
6
INCOMING.ANIIIIt;4LS
55
Total Bite Cases;
1 36
6
13
Picked up by ACS Officers
.314
137
113
24
564
60.1 19%
100.00%
Dropped off
227
134
12
373
39:81' %0
Total Incoming AnimalsIL
57 7 So 271 28.921
125
73.34%
937
100.00%
iDUTGOING ANIMALS
Relocated to Wild
0
0
0.'00%
;Rescued
9
14
0
23
2:77%
Adopted
36
11
D
47
5:67 %a
Returned to .Owner
81
5
0
86
Wildlife Rehabilitation
:Paws & Claws 'Heartworm
Program
0
0.00 %
Animal Died :in Truck
0
0.00%
Animal Died in Kennel
i4
1
0
15
1.81%
Euthanized
384
152
122
658
79.37%
– Total Outgoin .Animals
524
63.211 !83 22.07°
122
14.721
829
100.00
": aC1 =NNEt ANIMAl:5 ; ';
Relocated within Facilit
0
T - 0.00 %0
Missin 'Kennel Card
0
0:00 %
Bite Cases
36
6
13
55
100:00%
Total Kennel Animals
36
t35,45Y 6 111.91%
13
.23:641
55
1:00.00.%
VIOl:ATON SUMMARY:
'6 -101 Restraint 25
0,126 'Rabies Vac 3
6 -26 Registration 24
6 -151 'Human Care 0
other violation 0
BITE CASES
Dog
cat
Other
Total
Restrained �On 'Property
Owner
Neuter
Spay
0
Restrained Off Property
#
General Public/Pet Owners
0
'Unrestrained
12
20
0
0
Unknown Restraint
36
6
13
55
Total Bite Cases;
1 36
6
13
55
VETERINARY PROCEDURES PERFORMED
Type of Procedure
by Species & Ownership
Do g
Other
Other
Care
Total by
Owner
Neuter
Spay
Neuter
S a
#
General Public/Pet Owners
32
36
12
20
0
100
71:.43%
Sheiter Animals
17
15
4
4
0
40
28.57%
Totals by S ecies/Sur e :
49
51
76
24
0
140
100.00%
.,'LLS FOR SERVICE
Dog
Cat
Other
Total
Daily Av .
Totals
1,596
344
552
2,492
83
INFORMAL STAFF REPORT
MEMORANDUM
To: Ron L. Olson, City Manager
From: Carlos Valdez, City Attorney
Date: December 1, 2011
5ubJect: Raptor Prohibition
Is
A citizen recently raised questions regarding the city prohibition against keeping raptor or
hunting birds within the city limits. The citizen is apparently interested in having the
} prohibition repealed so that he can legally keep and raise these birds on his property.
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Section 5- 153(e) of the Corpus Christi Code of Ordinances prohibits the keeping, owning,
maintaining, using or possessing on any premises within the city any prohibited animal.
Section 6 -1 defines "prohibited animal" as, among other things, hawks, eagles and vultures,
Therefore, those animals commonly referred to as birds of prey or raptors are prohibited
within the city.
Conclusion
In order to allow the keeping of such birds, the above cited ordinances would have to be
amended to provide an exception allowing the keeping of the animals. Such exception could
be drafted as narrow or broad as necessary to accomplish the goals of the council.
The ordinance prohibiting the keeping of these birds is partly based on public safety
considerations. We would recommend caution in considering any repeal or amendment to the
ordinance.
Chapter 2 Administration Article IV Division 1 Sec. 2 -60 -64
Chapter 6 Animal Care And Animal Control Division S. Animal Control Advisory
Committee Sec 2 -115 -116
In response to several questions that have arisen over the Iast year regarding the Animal Control
Advisory Committee, I have created the attached synopsis of the rules. Although I have shared this
with legal and the City Secretary's Office please do not consider this to be definitive. I intend only to
make it easy for us to answer the simple questions. Anytime clarification is needed, legal is available
to us.
• Animal Control Advisory Committee consists of 7 members.
• The members include:
1 veterinarian
2local Animal Welfare organizations (At Ieast one must operate as a shelter)
4 Representing the community at Iarge
• Terms last for 3 years.
• Each member serves until their successor is appointed and qualified
• Each member shall be a resident of the City of Corpus Christi
+ The City Manager (or Representative), Director of the Health Department (or Representative) and
the Animal Control Supervisor serve as ex officio members without vote.
• Officers:
Chair and Vice Chair:
Following the yearly appointment of new members, the Committee shall meet and at its earliest
convenience by majority vote elect a Chair (Presides over meetings) and a Vice Chair (Presides in
Chairs absence)
The Director of the Health Department (or designee) shall serve as the
secretary.
Responsibilities of the Secretary:
Send notices for the meetings
Keep and preserve the minutes
Retain all documents filed with the Committee
Advise and consult with City official as to the Committees work and
recommendations
Assist the Committee and Subcommittees in planning and coordinating its
programs
Perform other such duties that may be of assistance to the Committee
A copy of the minutes shall be sent to all members
• Subcommittees:
Appointed only from among the current members
Established by the Chair with the approval of the Committee
Chapter 2 Administration Article IV Division 1 Sec. 2 -60 -64
Chapter 6 Animal Care And Animal Control Division 8. Animal Control Advisory
Committee Sec 2 -115 -116
• Meetings:
The committee shall meet once a month, and
Shall meet at the call of the Chair, or
Shall meet on the call of a majority of its members
• The Committee:
Shall adopt its own rules of procedure of notice of meetings and conduct thereof
Pour members constitute a quorum
• Purpose and Duties of the Committee:
The Committee shall advise the City Council and City Manager about all aspects of:
Animal Control including fees, staffing, ordinances, procedures and policies and
facilities.
Jurisdiction and actions of the Committee is advisory only.
• Specific tasks of the committee:
Acquaint itself with the animal control needs and problems of the community, and:
The City's animal ordinances and regulations
The details of operations of the division, and community animal facilities
such as pounds and shelters.
Develop recommendations to meet community needs in this area and to improve the
City's animal control program.
Cultivate public knowledge, understanding and acceptance of the need for the services
offered by the Animal Control Division and the ordinances and regulations it enforces.
Provide a public forum for discussion of animal control needs and services and for
hearing public complaints, inquiries or praise about such services.
Absences
Unexcused absences from more than 25% of regularly scheduled meetings
during a term year shall result in an automatic vacancy
That vacancy shall promptly be reported to the City Council
An absence is unexcused unless excused by the board for good cause, no later than the
next meeting after the absence
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