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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes Animal Care Advisory Committee - 08/16/2012w 1m81 Care Servic. Mm aity of rpus = Chnsti City of Corpus Christi MINUTES OF THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY COMMITTEE Nueces County Public Health District Education Room, 2626 Holly Rd The Minutes for August 16th, 2012 Members Present: Cheryl Martinez, Harold Bennett, Barbara Beynon and Dr. Barbara Whitlock Members Absent: Heather Tarnoski and Nina Sisley (The following staff members were present) Jesse Carreon, Cdr. Green and Steven Bly Guests: Anna Ashley and Laina Schonefeld 1, Call to Order: Mr. Carreon called the meeting to order at 12:30 2. Discussion and possible Approval of Minutes from July 19th, 2012 Ms. Beynon amended the minutes to read that she was excused from her absence it was work related, Also under item # 6, 2 1d par, in the last sentence it says that all animals are being vaccinated, Can we specify which vaccines are being given? Dr. Whitlock replied that not all animals were being vaccinated. Dr. Whitlock noted that it should read the animals are receiving parvo - distemper and bonadella shots; they are not receiving the rabies vaccine. Ms. Martinez added that under # 6 last par,; when Ms. Beynon asked what the vaccine was Dr. Whitlock replied that it was the bordatella; the parvo distemper should have been included. Ms. Martinez also amended the minutes to include under # 7 immediate release of puppies and kittens under ten weeks of age; should have had for the staff to come back with language for this item and send to legal . Ms. Martinez also amended the minutes to read under# 8 should have included under the item for Bark in the Park, Dr. Whitlock talked about the dog that had heat stroke while there. Ms. Martinez also amended the minutes to read under # 8 fast par. in reference to Pet Data information, Ms Beynon noted that even though we had agreed for the advisory to send this to upper management and went to Mr. Bly needs to be included, Ms. Martinez made the motion to approve the amended minutes, Mr. Bennett 2 1d the motion all in favor motion passed. Ms. Martinez noted that we should be getting the minutes 72 hours before the meeting before they are available to the public; that way we have the opportunity to review them instead of the same day. They are supposed to be available to the public 72 hours in advance of the meeting. Dr. Whitlock asked Cdr Schauer about bringing legal in on the meetings. Cdr. Schauer agreed. 3. Discussion and possible Approval of Absences from July 19th, 2012 Dr. Whitlock noted that Ms. Tarnoski and Dr. Sisley were both absent. Dr. Whitlock noted that Ms, Tarnoski was out due to a family member being ill. Dr. Whitlock noted that Ms. Taube had informed her that Dr, Sisley doesn't have an email address and tries to make contact several times before the day of the meeting to remind her of it. Ms. Martinez made the motion to approve Ms. Tarnoski's absence, Mr. Bennett 2nd the motion all in favor motion passed. 4. Discussion of Current Zoonosis Report `Dr. Whitlock noted that the Zeonosis report was attached for viewing, Dr. Whitlock informed the committee that there were no positive animals for the month and 1 positive bat for the year. Dr. Whitlock asked who was in charge of bite case at this time. Mr. Carreon replied that Nor Roland Sanchez was in charge. Dr. Whitlock asked if his position will be permanent. Mr. Carreon replied that he would like to rotate the officers into the position. Discussion of Current Shelter Report Mr. Carreon informed the committee of the shelter numbers for August as follows; a total of 536 animals from the field; 548 animals dropped off for a total of 1,084;12 rescues; 59 adoptions; 37 return to owners;1 died in truck; dispose plup 4, 2 died in kennel; 18 Paws and Claws HW program; 849euthanized for a total of 975 outgoing animals. 15 relocated in facility, 3 missed memo and 67 bite cases for a total of 162 shelter animals. A total of 2,003 calls for the month of August with an average of 65 calls per day. Mr. Carreon informed the committee that they were no longer releasing high risk animals at this time. We looked into what other cities were doing and they were no longer releasing high risk animals, Dr. Whitlock asked about the skunks and raccoons. Mr. Carreon replied that the skunks and the raccoons and with the ordinances and going by the manual which they are euthanized. We were relocating but at this time we are stepping back and looking at what we need to do. Dr. Whitlock asked about the release of opossums. Mr. Carreon replied no. Discussion of Current Clinic Report Ms. Carreon informed the committee that for the month of August there was a total of 19 shelter animals. Dr. Whitlock introduced Dr. Draper as the new veterinarian on staff. Dr. Whitlock asked Ms. Martinez if there were any surgeries with the Cattery and Dr. Belcher in July and are they included in this report. Ms. Martinez replied no they are not included because of being outslde of the shelter. We started those surgeries the week of July 23rd. On July 11d there were 10 surgeries done here. Ms. Martinez added that we can look into getting the numbers to.where we can show what's been done at the Cattery and Belcher Animal Hospital, Ms. Beynon asked if the animals that were outsourced shelter animals. Dr. Whitlock replied yes, Ms, Beynon asked if they were for adoption or foster. Ms. Martinez replied that they were animals going into the adoption buildings. Ms. Beynon asked if we were going to do surgeries for the public again. Dr. Whitlock replied yes; it's a matter of paperwork. Discussion, review and possible recommendation for immediate release of unaccompanied puppies and kittens under ten weeks of ache A general discussion was held on the possible recommendation for immediate release of unaccompanied puppies and kittens under ten weeks of age. Dr. Whitlock stated that the committee was hoping legal had seen.the item to where we could have sent it to council and asked Mr. Carreon if this could be done before the next meeting. Mr. Carreon stated that he would work on this and forward it to council to be sent by next Monday. Discussion, review and possible recommendation of City An Control net registrations A general discussion was held on the City Animal Control pet registrations. Dr. Whitlock stated that the committee was hoping legal had seen the item to where we could have sent it to council and asked Mr. Carreon if this could be done before the next meeting. Mr. Carreon stated that he would work on this.and forward it to council to be sent by next Monday. Ms. Martinez reminded the committee that the fee the committee decided on was $50.00 for an unaltered animal and a 21d option of $35.00 if the first is considered too high. Mr. Carreon added that if we wanted to do this in to an ordinance where the puppies belong to the City you want to do It with this ordinance too. Dr. Whitlock added that you cannot vaccinate with rabies to a pet under 12 weeks of age. Ms. Martinez added that it's states that they can qualify for a medical exception by a veterinarian or unless under 4 months of age. Ms. Martinez added that if we pass item # 7 and become ours we would need to include it in this recommendation also. Dr. Whitlock added that they are getting a registration after the rabies shot and you cannot give the rabies shot to a 10 week old puppylkitten. Most places give the rabies at 3 -4 months of age, and you have to submit the rabies certifcate in order to got the registration. Mr, Bennett added that is the same whether the animal is intact or not for the registration. Ms. Beynon added that you are looking at a proposed language that is not all in context of the city ordinances under chapter 6 pertaining to animal control. They have to have proof of the rabies in order to get the registration. Ms. Martinez reiterated that needs to go to legal for proper language and not to conflict with current ordinances. We decided to send this to council with the choice of $50 or $35 as the increased fee. Dr. Whitlock informed the committee that they needed to discuss the proper change in the committee members. Since Ms, Person resigned and listed as a shelter member, we have to have 2 members under animal welfare and 1 need to be involved i a shelter. We wanted to move Mr. Bennett in to that position of shelter, which takes a special meeting a vote. Ms. Beynon is our 2nd person under shelter. The committee discussed and made the decision to have the special meeting next week. Dr. Whitlock informed the committee she would inform them of the date and time of the meeting. 9. Public Comments Asst. Chief Schauer noted that the department has been going thru a lot of changes and now under the €eadership of Dr. Draper we are moving forward, We are thankful to Dr, Whitlock and Ms. Martinez for all they have done for the department, There has been a 30-40 % loss in staff and were not there yet but our working at it. Cdr. Green is also assisting in the department, Mr. Steve Bly is also assisting with the administration; calls to city hall and is working on a manual for the department. We thank everyone for helping Animas Control. We are also working on everything that needs to be in place so Dr. Draper can start performing surgeries. Ms. Martinez noted that in the past our average adoptions were at 25 -30 and so far this month we have done 34 gone up without the 10 day quarantine period. Ms. Beynon asked about the 10 day quarantine, Ms. Martinez replied in the past there was a 10 day period when it's an adult and with a puppy it would be there for 9 weeks. Once everything is done it would go into the adoption building. Now we go ahead we vaccinate it right away and spay /nouter the pet. Ms. Beynon asked about the 72 hour hold. Ms. Martinez replied that it's better to lose the small amount of money to vaccinate and the sooner the animal can get adopted in the event an owner doesn't come forward. Dr. Whitlock added that when she started coming there was an average of 7 dogs in the adoption building and now that we have started doing this things are improving. Dr. Whitlock noted that there was an item in the newspaper about an animal that had bit someone; had tried making contacting with an owner and no one came forward, Asst Chief Schauer showed support for Animal Control in the situation, Ms, Beynon talked about how in the past the perception of animal control was not a good one but it is changing and would love to see something put on the website to say'a job well done!" Ms. Martinez added that there have been press releases and a lot of word of mouth on the improvements here at ACS. Mr. Bly added that we have a new brochure coming out for the adoption processes, pricing on what the shelter provides for the general public. 10. Identify items to be placed on next agenda The committee wanted the following items to be placed on the agenda for the month of September 2012 Discussion, review and possible recommendation of the City Animal Control pet registrations and discussion review and possible recommendation for immediate release of puppies and kittens less than 10 weeks of age. 11. Ad'out_rnment Ms. Martinez made a motion to adjourn, Mr. Bennett 2 the motion all in favor motion passed. 1:30 pm Laura E. Robinson, DVM, MS * .p, 601 W. Sesame Drive Dawn Viebrock - Zoonosis Control Specialist ® Harlingen, Texas 78550 Letty Tamayo - Public Health and Prevention Specialist TEXAS Office: (956) 444 -3212 FAX: (956) 444 -3216 Deparlmoto( [ate Health 5ervues i"w HEALTH SERVICE REGION 11 MONTHLY NEWSLETTER 2012 Ilu ryFf �I During the month of August, there were two rabid bats reported in Region 11: one Northern yellow bat Cased by Species from Cameron County and an evening bat from Horse I Hidalgo County. One decomposed dog from Webb A Bat -19 County was also investigated. (Symbols for two bats overlap in Cameron and in Hidalgo Counties) AUGUST CASES CASE# DATE COUNTY SPECIES OTHER RESULTS 19 813112 Cameron N. yellow bat DATE COUNTY SPECIES RESULTS 20 816112 Hidalgo Evening bat 8122112 Webb Bat Decomposed CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC » » » » » » » » » >a » > » » » > »» DSHS LABORATORY- CONFIRMED RABID ANIMALS HEALTH SERVICE REGION 11- 2012 COUNTY 2012 2011 2010 JANUARY 4 0 2 FEBRUARY 3 0 3 MARCH 2 2 5 APRIL 1 1 9 MAY 3 2 2 JUNE 2 1 0 JULY 3 1 1 AUGUST 2 1 1 TOTAL 20 8 23 During the month of August, there were two rabid bats reported in Region 11: one Northern yellow bat Cased by Species from Cameron County and an evening bat from Horse I Hidalgo County. One decomposed dog from Webb A Bat -19 County was also investigated. (Symbols for two bats overlap in Cameron and in Hidalgo Counties) AUGUST CASES CASE# DATE COUNTY SPECIES OTHER RESULTS 19 813112 Cameron N. yellow bat DATE COUNTY SPECIES RESULTS 20 816112 Hidalgo Evening bat 8122112 Webb Bat Decomposed CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC » » » » » » » » » >a » > » » » > »» DSHS LABORATORY- CONFIRMED RABID ANIMALS HEALTH SERVICE REGION 11- 2012 COUNTY JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG TOTAL BEE BAT -1 1 CAMERON BAT -1 BAT -1 BAT -1 BAT -1 BAT -1 5 HIDALGO BAT -2 BAT -1 BAT -2 BAT -2 BAT -1 8 NUECES BAT -1 1 WEBB BAT -1 BAT -1 BAT -1 3 WILLACY BAT -1 1 ZAPATA HORSEA 1 TOTAL 4 3 2 1 1 3 2 3 2 20' VISIT US: www.dshs.state.bc.us1reg ion 111serviceslzoonosis.shtm Publication #57 -10768 2012 RABIES CASES ZOONOSIS CONTROL HSR 11 PAGE 2 AUGUST 2012 1 2012 ARBOVIRUS UPDATE As of August 28, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention had documented reports from 48 states with West Nile virus (WNV) infections in people, animals, or mosquitoes. A total of 1,590 people had been reported with WN disease: 889 (56 %) classified as neuroinvasive disease (WNND), including 65 who died,. and 701 (44 %) classified as West Nile fever (WNF). The number reported thus far in 2012 is the highest number of WNV disease cases reported since WNV was first detected in the US in 1999. Over 70% of the cases were reported from six states: Texas, South Dakota, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Michigan. Current statistics and maps for the US are available at www.cdc.gov /ncidod /dvbid/ westnilelindex.htm. More than 60% of the US cases were reported from Texas. As of August 31, nine hundred eighty - one people from 82 counties had been reported with WN disease: 484 with WNND (40 fatalities) and 497 with WNF. In addition, WN encephalitis was reported in 26 horses from 20 counties. More than 1,OQ0 mosquito pools from 20 counties had been found infected with WNV. In Health Service Region 11, WNV activity has been reported from Cameron, Hidalgo and Nueces counties. As of August 31, Nueces County had reported 2 cases of WNND (1 fatal), 1 case of WNF, and 17 WNV positive mosquito pools (all Culex quinquefasciatus). One WNV positive pool of C. quinquefasciatus mosquitoes from Cameron County and 2 horses with WN encephalitis from Hidalgo County were also reported. Additional information is available at www.TxWestN!le.org. THE STUDENT'S PET Another school year has begun, and some classrooms may have a new furry, feathery, or slimy student this year. Classroom pets are a great way to teach students about living things and can help achieve a variety of learning objectives. Animals also may come into the classroom for show and tell or with presenters as part of an educational program. Before allowing any animal on school premises, teachers and administrators should learn as much as possible about the characteristics and requirements of that animal. The school's nurse should also be aware of any animals that will be visiting or residing in the school, and all bites, scratches, injuries, illnesses and allergies should be reported to the nurse immediately and to local health officials if necessary. Certain types of animals may be better suited for specific age groups, and there are TM some animals that would not make r m � z good classroom pets at all. For example, fish would be a good choice for younger children because they can observe and help feed the fish; gerbils or hamsters would be appropriate for older students; and livestock animals may be kept at high schools for vocational agriculture projects. Wild or dangerous animals should never be kept as cla ssroom pets. All animals should be examined by a veterinarian before being brought into the school and should be reexamined if they become ill or die. Students should wash their hands before and after handling the animal or items in the animal's enclosure, and sanitary methods should be used when cleaning the enclosure and accessories (and should only be done by the teacher or older students). Some students may be sensitive or allergic to certain types of animals, and it is a good idea to send a notice to parents informing them about the pet and asking for permission for their child to handle the pet. More information is available at WWW. Gd e. gov/healthypets/ www.nasphv.org/ documentsCompendiumAnimals.html www.cdc.govi features /animalsinschools /index.htmi Students and teachers raising or handling pigs for livestock projects should be aware of swine influenza precautions. For more information visit www.cdc.gov/flulswineflulinfluenza- variant- viruses- h3n2v.htm. Who is at high risk of serious H3N2 illness? • People who are at high risk for serious complications from flu, including H3N2v, include children younger than 5 years, people with certain long -term health conditions like asthma and other lung diseases, diabetes, heart disease, weakened immune systems, neurological or neurodevelopmental conditions, as well as pregnant women and people 65 years and older. • Most of the people hospitalized from H3N2v have had one of these factors that put them at high risk. Some people are at high risk of serious complications if they get the flu, including H3N2v. Recommendations for Fair Exhibitors with High Risk Factors: • Anyone at high risk of serious flu complications planning to attend a fair where pigs will be present should avoid pigs and swine barns at the fair this year. This includes pig exhibitors and family members with high risk factors. This may mean that exhibitors with one or more high risk factors do not show their pig(s) this year. E y aRQ Recommendations for Fair Exhibitors Not at High Risk • If you are responsible for the care of pigs, watch them for illness (like loss of appetite, cough or runny nose). Call a veterinarian if you suspect illness. • Avoid close contact with pigs that look or act ill. (See signs of illness listed above.) • Take protective measures if you must come in contact with pigs that are known or suspected to be sick. This includes wearing protective clothing and gloves and masks that cover your mouth and nose. (Sometimes this is called "personal protective equipment" or PPE). • To further reduce the risk of infection, minimize contact (and avoid unnecessary close contact) with pigs in the pig barn and arenas. As always, take the following preventive actions: • Don't eat or drink or put anything in your mouth in the pig barn and show arena. • Don't take toys, pacifiers, cups, bottles, strollers, or similar items into the pig barn and show arenas. • Wash your hands often with soap and running water before and after exposure to pigs. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol -based hand rub. • if you are sick with flu -like illness, stay home to avoid spreading your illness. What to do if you get sick: • Flu symptoms usually include fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, muscle or body aches, headaches, fatigue, and sometimes vomiting or diarrhea. • If you are at high risk (see page 1) and you get flu symptoms, call a healthcare provider. Tell them about your high risk factor and your symptoms. If y ou have had recent exposure to pigs, tell them about that too. • If you are not at high risk and you get flu symptoms after exposure to pigs, seek medical care as you normally would. • A health care provider can decide whether influenza testing or treatment is needed. • Influenza antiviral drugs can treat H3N2v as well as seasonal flu illness in people. • These drugs work better the sooner you start them, so seek medical treatment promptly if you get symptoms and are at high risk. 1 1 k . F� h7QE@ Il1UEI11t! 11{ i f Sri � 80q G C� F (82 888 z52 635 all cdcl c c gov r xs ; �x y. wiww #c a�I f[u +mind lU /iffluenza�var�at� ul rasps 3n v htm ; �� F . 2. .. -.FU ....... - ti� gERFTCF,y a a= Y ax a City of Corpus Christi Animal Care and Control Services MONTHLY ACTIVITY REPORT template VIOLATION SUMMARY Failure to restrain - 4 Failure to vaccinate - 26 Failure to register - 25 Failure of care and keeping - 7 Failure to provide food /waterlshelter -1 Failure to spay /neuter - 1 other violations - 2 TOTAL: 66 131TE" :. Dog Cat . . Total Cases by Activity & Species Total Known Animal Restrained on Property 0 0 0 Dogs Cats Other Total by Activity Activity 0 # . 1 % # 1 % # 1 % # 1 % 1 2 23 Unknown Animal Roaming IiVCOMI�iG AItiIIN�A �R w. 0 1 0 Picked up by ACS Officers Total Bite Cases 179 10.1 256 536 0.00% Dropped off 11 251 233 64 548 24 Total Incoming Animals 430 39.67% 334 30.81 % 320 29.52% 1,084 100.00% s �. o" 'TGOING Reloc ate 6 1 15 1.50% Rescued 0 3 12 1.20% Adopted 9 0 59 5.92% Returned to Owner 1 0 37 3.71 Dispos /up !272 0 2 4 0.40% Paws & Claws Heartworm 0 0 18 4.53% Program Animal Died in Truck 0 1 1 0.00% Animal Died in Kennel 0 0 2 25.00% Euthanized 277 300 849 68.51% Total Outgoing Animals 397 39.82% 293 29.39% 307 30.79% 997 100.00% )WN el NI Relocated within Facility 8 6 1 15 31.91 % Not in kennel 1 28 0 29 Missing Memo 1 2 *21,28Y. 0 3 6.38% Bite Cases 4 5 2 11 23.40% Total Kennel Animals 10 36 76.60% 1 2.13% 47 100.00% VIOLATION SUMMARY Failure to restrain - 4 Failure to vaccinate - 26 Failure to register - 25 Failure of care and keeping - 7 Failure to provide food /waterlshelter -1 Failure to spay /neuter - 1 other violations - 2 TOTAL: 66 131TE" :. Dog Cat . Other Total Known Animal Restrained on Property 0 0 0 0 Known Animal Roaming 0 0 0 0 Unknown Animal Restrained on Property 1 15 6 1 2 23 Unknown Animal Roaming 1 0 0 1 0 0 Total Bite Cases 1 15 J 6 1 2 23 „ 1/ SEI 'tl1,ARYPROCEFlCJRtiS�ERFCIRME, Type of Procedure by Species & Ownership Do Cat Other Care Total b Own er Neuter S ay Neuter Spay # % General Public /Pet Owners 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.00% Shelter Animals 11 10 1 2 0 24 0.00% Totals by Species/Surgery 11 10 1 2 0 24 0.002i O') FdR.'$ERI/lE,.�, ,i:: Dog Cat Other I Total JDailyAvg Totals 1222 227 555 2,00.4 65 . 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 In response to several questions that have arisen over the last 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 2 local Animal Welfare organizations (At least one must operate as a shelter) 4 Representing the community at large • 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 Shah 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 Four 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 • http: / /www.oag.state,tx.us /open /og training.shtmi