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ANIMAL CARE ADVISORY MEETING
Conference Room, 2626 Holly
Minutes from March 15, 2018
Members Present: Cheryl Martinez, Margaret Obregon, Sharon Ray, Linda Gibeaut & Samantha Person
City Staff: Commander John Houston, Captain Patrick McMenamy & Tom Brown, Control
Officer Jaynes M. Ray
Public Present: One
1. Call to Order:
The meeting was called to order by Ms. Martinez at 12:32 P.M.
2. Discussion and Approval of Minutes from February 15, 2018
Ms. Person moved to approve the minutes, Ms. Ray seconded the motion which passed unanimously.
3. Discussion and Approval of Absences from February 15, 2018
Ms. Obregon moved to approve Ms. Gibeaut absence, second by Ms. Person, approved unanimously.
4. Discussion of Current Texas Department of State Health Services Region 11 Zoonosis Report
There were no questions nor general discussion of quarterly report.
5. Discussion of Current Shelter Report and Clinic Report
Ms. Martinez asked if Captain McMenamy had revised the format for clarity with calculations. Captain's
staff is working on the Crystal Reports information still. Captain added that he intends to add issued
citations to the report also.
6. Discussion of Microchip Pilot Program
Ms. Martinez asked that a field be created in Chameleon to assist with tracking information, such as if
an animal was brought with a microchip already implanted, and where they were picked up from — or if
the animal was returned to owner in the field. Goal is to determine (by report) how many animals are
already microchipped and what geographical location they are found in the City.
7. Discussion of Breeding -Ordinance
Ms. Gibeaut is still awaiting feedback from other Cities regarding the effectiveness of similar ordinances.
8. Discussion and Consideration for Pet Grooming Facility standards/ordinance
Ms. Martinez introduced Control Officer J. M. Ray who presented a concern that there is not a standard
established for pet grooming facilities to follow regarding sanitation and cleanliness and he noted that
consideration for standards or an ordinance is suggested. Officer Ray provided a generalized list of
suggested areas to establish as basic standards which included line item discussion. Ms. Martinez
mentioned that following state established pet store standards may be a start. Question was raised if the
City currently issues permits for said facilities, to which Officer Ray confirmed there are, but there are no
standards to follow when issuing said permits. Ms. Martinez stated she will query members of her email
list for feedback, guidance, information on the subject. Ms. Martinez is going to do more research on the
subject and will present again at next meeting.
9. Statin of Mandatory Microchippiog Ordinance
Subject already discussed and combines with microchip pilot program.
10. Status of recommended tethering ordinance
Ms. Martinez mentioned submitting the ordinance to City Council simultaneously while it is still being
reviewed by CCPD Staff in an effort to minimize the time to process/approve it.
11. Public Comments
No Public Comment was provided.
12. Identify items to be placed on next agenda
Items 1- 8, remove item 9 (duplicate of item 6), and keep 10 through 11.
13. Adjournment
There was a motion to adjourn by Ms. Obregon and seconded by Ms. Persson, meeting was adjourned at
12:53 p.m.
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VISIT US: wm.dshs.texas.gov/regionll/servicesizoonosis.slitm Publication #57-10768
ZOONOSIS CONTROL PHR 11 PAGE 3 MARCH 2018
SPRING CLEANING
Spring is here, and people are heading outdoors to enjoy the sights, sounds and scents of nature. This is also a
good time of year for cleaning and repairing homes, yards and gardens before the heat of summer takes over.
Many of these activities can put people at risk of exposure to zoonotic diseases but can also be a way to reduce
exposure in the months to come. Below we've included some precautions to take while cleaning out attics, sheds
and other places rodents and pests may have taken refuge during the winter. You also will find some tips for
reducing the populations of nuisance and disease -carrying pests around your home.
As the weather warms, migrating bats return from their winter destinations looking for a place to roost. Sometimes
bats will do this in homes and other buildings inhabited by humans. Common roosting places include attics, roofs
and chimneys. There are a few basic measures people can take to prevent bats from ,
entering their homes. Any holes or openings "/4 inch or larger allowing access to the attic or
interior of the house should be completely sealed. Window and door screens should fit tightly.
Screens should be installed on top of chimneys to prevent bats from roosting in them. If bats
are already in the home, they should be excluded using techniques that will allow the bats to leave the roost but
not return. Detailed information on bat exclusion methods is available at www.cdc.gov/rabieslbats/management.
People may also encounter rodents or their nests in the attic, garage or cabin while spring cleaning. It's very
important to take precautions against disease transmission when cleaning areas rodents have
invaded. The rodents, their feces and urine, and their fleas and ticks could potentially harbor
the organisms that cause hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, typhus, Rocky Mountain spotted
fever, gastrointestinal diseases and other illnesses. Gloves, goggles, disinfectants,
insecticides and an N-100 (NEPA) mask are important personal protective equipment that
should be used when cleaning areas where rodents have been living. Detailed guidelines can
be found at www.dshs.texas.govlidculdiseaselhantaviruseslinformationlpamphletl and the CDC website
www.cdc.gov/rodents/. To reduce the likelihood that rodents will invade homes and other buildings, food
and garbage should be stored in thick plastic or metal containers with tight fitting lids, spilled food should be
cleaned up immediately, dishes should be washed soon after use, pet food should be put away after use and
should not be left out overnight, grass and shrubbery should be kept trimmed, and woodpiles should be at least
one foot off of the ground and 100 feet away from the home. Rodent control efforts should always include flea and
tick control as well.
Fleas and ticks can live on your pets, in your house, and in your yard. Effective flea and tick control involves
treating all three with the appropriate products in accordance with label directions. Treatments often have to be
repeated at two week intervals because the flea and tick eggs are resistant to most pesticides. The Texas AgriLife
Extension Service has pamphlets on flea and tick control on their website:
Fleas (English and Spanish)
http:llagriIifebookstore.orglflea -control-ple-149.htm
http:llagrilifebookstore.org/como-controla-las-pulgas-ple-149s.htm .
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While working outside on the yard and garden, people should protect themselves from mosquitoes and the
diseases they transmit. Using an effective insect repellent and wearing long pants and long-sleeved shirts will
reduce the chances of being bitten. People can also reduce the number of mosquitoes by eliminating the standing
water mosquitoes need to breed. Any container that will hold water should be emptied, removed, covered or
turned upside down. Water in vases should be changed twice a week, and pet water bowls should be changed on
a daily basis. Bird baths should be scrubbed and the water changed twice a week. Old tires should be discarded
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properly or stored under a roof. Clogged roof gutters should be cleaned and leaky faucets
repaired. Tree holes should be filled with sand or mortar, and any holes or depressions in the
ground that collect water should be filled or drained. Learn more about mosquitoes and how to
control them, and even go on a virtual backyard safari to identify mosquito breeding habitats at
http:lfmosquitosafari.tamu.edul. More information about mosquitoes and the diseases they transmit is
available at www.dshs.texas.gov/idcu/disease/arbovirag.
For additional information on any of these topics, please call Zoonosis Control at (956) 444-3212 or visit our
website at www.texaszoonosis.org,
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Place enough gel packs or similar refrigerants 11. Attach return address label to the top of the
in the inner container to ensure specimens are sealed outer container/cardboard box. The
completely covered and will remain cold for at return address label must include the name,
least 48 hours. DO NOT USE DRY ICP! Ice is address, and telephone number of a person
not recommended. If ice must be used, double knowledgeable about the shipment of the rabies
bag it and seal it securely to prevent leakage. specimen. The package is ready to ship.
6. Close the inner container and place it inside the
rigid outer container (cardboard box).
7. Place the completed Rabies Submission
Form(s) (G-9) in a plastic zip -lock bag. Then
place the plastic zip -lock bag on top of the
closed inner container/box and close the outer
container.
8. Secure the outer container with packing tape.
9. Ensure that a diamond-shaped UN -3373 label
is on the exterior of the outer container near the
"Biological Substance, Category B" statement in
the "send to" address. The UN -3373 label must
have a minimum dimension of 100 mm x 100
mm (3.9 inches).
10. Send specimen(s) to:
Texas Department of State Health Services
Laboratory Services Section
1100 W. 491h Street, MC -1947
Austin, TX 78756-3199
ATTN: Letha Zuckero; Rabies Identification Team
(512)776-7595
BIOLOGICAL SUBSTANCE, CATEGORY B
REFRIGERATE ON ARRIVAL
Example:
Submitter Name
Submitter Address
Submitter City, State
Contact Person
Phone number
Zip code
12. Call the toll-free Rabies Hotline at 1-800-252-
8163 to alert Department of State Health
Services (DSHS) Laboratory Services Section
of the expected arrival time and to provide any
other pertinent information regarding the
shipment. This is required by state law.
You can also notify the Laboratory of your
specimen shipment via email. The electronic
Rabies Specimen Notification Form is at
www.dshs.state.tx.us/lab/rab—testing.shtm.
Special Instructions:
Provide return postage, if return of the shipping
container is desired.
For questions concerning testing of the specimen,
call Letha Zuckero at 1-888 963-7111 x7595 or
(512) 776 -7595.
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Texas Department of State Health Services
Laboratory Services Section
1100 W. 491h Street, MC -1947
Austin, TX 78756-3199
ATTN: Letha Zuckero; Rabies Identification Team
(512) 776-7595
BIOLOGICAL SUBSTANCE, CATEGORY B
REFRIGERATE ON ARRIVAL
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South Texas Monthly Mosquito Roundup Reguirernents:
❑ The submitter is an incorporated municipality or county;
❑ The submitter is willing to set up traps and collect mosquitoes once a
month on the predetermined collection dates;
❑ The submitter is willing to deliver the collected mosquitoes to their
designated mosquito depot (municipalities designated mosquito depots
are the county health departments, with the exception of Raymondville
and Rio Grande City) .
South Texas Monthly Mos uito RounduI2 Process:
1. Mosquitoes will be trapped and collected by local jurisdictions once a
month (on pre -scheduled dates).
2. Mosquitoes will then be transported to their designated county mosquito
depot.
3. County mosquito depots will arrange transportation of the mosquitoes
to the DSHS Region 11 Zoonosis Control Program office.
4. The DSHS Region 11 Zoonosis Control Program will provide shipping of
the mosquitoes to the DSHS Arbovirus Laboratory at no cost to the
submitter.
5. Arbovirus results are sent to the jurisdiction submitter who provided the
mosquitoes. Jurisdictions without a submitter identification number can
request their own identification number or they may be able to submit
mosquito specimens under the local health department's submitter
identification number.
® May 15, 2018
® June 12, 2018
® July 17, 2018
® August 14, 2018
September 18, 2018
® October 16, 2018
® November 13, 2018
Rio Grande City Code Enforcement Department
Gilbert Millan Jr., Planning Director
5332 E. Highway 83
Rio Grande City, Texas
Phone: (956) 488-8728
Fax: (956) 716-8899
Email: _gmillan@cityofrgc.com
Willacy County Emergency Medical Services
Raul Torres, Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator
693 South 7th Street
Raymondville, Texas 78580
Office (956) 689-5456
Fax (956) 689-634.
Email: willemsCa prontonet.net
City of
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AMTMAL CAREADWSORYCOMMITTEE
2626 Holly Rd., Corpus Christi; Texas 78415
Office: 361-826-4630 Fax: 361-826-461.1
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Animal Care Advisory Committee
Patrick McMenamy, Program Director
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LCdy Secretary I
April 16, 2018
ANIMAL CARE ADVISORY COMMITTEE AGENDA
The Animal Care Advisory Committee will hold a meeting on April 19, 2018 in the Conference
Room of the Animal Care and Vector Services facility, 2626 Holly Road at 12:30 p.m.
If you are unable to attend please contact Patrick McMenamy by April 18, 2018 close of business day.
Agenda:
1. Call to Order
2. Discussion and possible Approval of Minutes from March 15, 2018
3. Discussion and possible Approval of Absences from March 1S, 2018
4. Discussion of Current Texas Department of State Health Services Region 11 Zoonosis Report
5. Discussion of Current Shelter Report and Clinic Report
6. Discussion of Microchip Pilot Program
7. Discussion of Breeding Ordinance
8. Discussion and consideration of Pet Grooming Facility standards/ordinance ,
9. Status of recommended tethering ordnance
10. Public Comment
a. Public Notice:
b. Members of the audience will be provided an opportunity to address the Board atter Agenda Items
and during Public Comment. Your presentation will be limited to three minutes.
c. Please be advised that the Open Meetings Act prohibits the Animal Control Advisory Committee
from responding and discussing your comments at length. The law only authorizes them to do the
following:
1) Make a statement of factual information,
2) Recite an existing policy in response to the inquiry, or
3) Advise the citizen that this subject will be placed on an agenda ata later date.
d. Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aids or
services are requested to contact the Director of Public Health Office at 851-7205 at least 48 hours
in advance so appropriate arrangements can be made. "
11. Identify items to be placed on next agenda
12. Adjournment
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI POSTING STATEMENT:
This notice Was posted on the official electr nic bulletin board i Atrium of Corpus Christi's City Hall, 1201 Leopard
Street, on , 2018 at a.m, p.m.
Pa itY ckk rkMenamy, rogram Director