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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes Animal Care Advisory Committee - 01/17/2019MINUTES OF THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI ANIMAL. CARE ADVISORY MEETING Conference Room, 2626 Holly Minutes from January 17, 2019 Members Present: Linda Gibeaut, Margaret Obregon, Connie Baird Bowen, and Sharon Ray Members Absent: Karla Loften - Resigned City Staff: Mike Gillis, Tom Brown, Jackie Tones, Buck Brice Public Present: None I. Call to Order The meeting was called to order by Ms. Gibeaut at 12:38 p.m. H. Roll Call of Members Roll was called, and a quorum was confirmed. ID. Discussion and Approval of Minutes from December 13, 2018 Ms. Ray moved to approve the minutes, Ms. Obregon seconded the motion which passed unanimously. IV. Discussion and Approval of Absences from December 13, 201 Ms. Gibeaut noted that Captain McMenamy is no longer in the Chain of Command, and that Ms. Loften has resigned. There was no additional discussion. V. Department Presentation and Discussion Region 11 Zoonosis Report — Mr. Gillis no increases in rabies cases from the report. No questions were raised regarding the report. Current Shelter Report and Clinic Report — Ms. Gibeaut noted an upward trend in violations continues. She added that live release of cats remains low to which Mr. Gillis stated that feral cats and hoarding cases, i.e. the Waco Street case in addition to ringworm have impacted release numbers. Mr. Gillis added that the ill cats were treated by interns under the direction and supervision of Dr. Draper and added that the outcome is difficult due to the health conditions. There were no additional questions. Program Manager Update - Mr. Gillis stated that violations for 2018 were 87% higher than 2017. Live release for dogs was 86.2% and for cats 58.6%, but very close in comparison to 2017 percentages. Total live release for 2018 was 80.16% and 79% for 2017. Mr. Gillis then added that American Pets Alive Conference will be held February I$t and that he and another member of the staff would be attending for free due to Maddie's Fund and American Pets Alive providing funding. He added that City Councilman Ben Molina will attend also, staying an extra day with Mr. Gillis to discuss some needed resources with Maddie's fund and American Pets Alive. Mr. Gillis noted that the kennel construction delay appears to be weather related, but construction is expected to be completed near the end of February. Additionally, he added that ACO staffing is down by 3. One of the new ACO's reverted to a Kennel Technician to take charge of the Live Release program, another resigned to become and ACO in Refugio, TX, and another candidate did not pass the background process. No additional questions were raised. VI. Subcommittee Reports Ms. Gibeaut noted that Ms. Loften was the lead on the subcommittee's, but due to her resignation there is no information. Ms. Gibeaut asked for a motion to table the subcommittees until a full board could be put into place. The motion was made by Ms. Bowen and second by Ms. Obregon and passed unanimously. Ordinances — Bypass Volunteer Recruitment — Bypass VII. Old Business for Discussion and Possible Action City Animal Adoption Fee and Applications — Ms. Gibeaut asked for a copy of the application document of which was provided for the board to review. Ms. Tones provided some clarification to questions regarding "is this pet for you or someone else," "who is your current veterinarian," "do you have a fenced yard," and "current vaccinations." Ms. Gibeaut asked how the Shelter handles an animal which is returned after an adoption. Mr. Gillis and Ms. Torres provided clarification in that each scenario is generally handled on a case-by-case basis and clarification of owner surrender versus return. A refund is not provided by the City. Mr. Bowen asked what the process would be to increase the adoption fee. Mr. Brice stated that City Council would have to adopt a resolution to the Fee Schedule. City Ordinance regarding Tethering — Mr. Gillis stated that the ordinance is still in the process for review/approval with City Council, but he has no concern that it won't pass as submitted. Cruelty Task Force — Ms. Gibeaut noted that this too was Ms. Loften's initiative. Ms. Ray noted that Gulf Coast Humane Society is interested in providing any assistance possible to support such an initiative. Ms. Gibeaut indicated that such an idea may go beyond the prevue of this committee and that perhaps the District Attorney's office may be more suited. Ms. Ray reiterated that any assistance that could be provided is available through Gulf Coast Humane Society, i.e. x-rays, etc. Mr. Gillis added that Dr. Draper will accept all assistance with animal cruelty cases. Ms. Gibeaut asked for a motion to remove this item from the Commission agenda and refer the discussion to Mr. Gillis and Gulf Coast Humane Society. Ms. Bowen motioned to remove the item from the agenda, second by Ms. Obregon and it passed unanimously. VIII. New Business for Discussion and Possible Action Committee meeting attendance, excessive absences, vacancies and position assignments — Ms. Bowen inquired if there is already something in place that addresses this. Ms. Gibeaut added that it is addressed within the Committee bylaws and recited the sections in question. Since Ms. Loften has already resigned there was no additional action to be taken. No additional discussion was raised. Recidivism rate for animals returned to CCACS via owner surrender and stray pickup — Ms. Gibeaut noted that she has been working with Dr. Draper to obtain the information, but it is not a report contained within Chameleon. Dr. Draper believes that she may be able to data mine but will continue to work on this to see if it can be done. No additional questions were raised. Breeding Ordinance, San Antonio — Ms. Gibeaut states that she spoke with Dr. Draper who wrote the original breeding ordinance for San Antonio. Ms. Gibeaut mentioned that the real problem is with the community, not with CCACS policies or procedures. The issue should be addressed at a community level for consideration. Ms. Gibeaut thinks that there is much more information needed to help determine the benefit. Mr. Gillis added that discussion with other cities regarding their success or failure rate with similar programs is in order. Ms. Gibeaut suggested to table the idea until after the February conference to hear what Mr. Gillis finds through discussions in Austin to which Ms. Bowen agreed. IX. Public Comments There were no members of the public present. X. Identify items to be placed on next agenda Remove "City Animal Adoption Fee and Applications," "Committee meeting attendance, excessive absences, vacancies and position assignments," and "Cruelty Task Force. For Old Business keep "City Ordinance regarding Tethering," "Recidivism rate for animals returned to CCACS via owner surrender and stray pickup," and `Breeding Ordinance." XI. Adjournment There was a motion to adjourn by Ms. Ray with second by Ms. Obregon, all being in favor the meeting was unanimously adjourned at 1:23 p.m. Ronald D. Tyler, DVM, MS Vie TEXAS 601 W. 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BOARD MEMBERS: Linda Gibeaut, Chair Margaret Obregon, Co -Chair Connie Baird Bowen, Animal Welfare Sharon Ray, Community At Large Vacant, Community At Large Vacant, Animal Welfare Vacant, Veterinarian 0 9 . D,zr w� MAR 18 2019 093 STAFF: j,U Mike Gillis, Program Manager Jackie Torres Members of the audience will be provided an opportunity to speak during public comment at the end of the meeting. It is requested that your presentation be limited to 3 minutes. Please identify yourself, give your address, and state your point. Members of staff and advisory board are prohibited from responding or discussing your comments at length. Persons with disabilities who plan to attend, and who may need auxiliary aids/services/assistance should call the Program Manager at 361-826-4630 at least 48 hours in advance so that arrangements can be made. I. Call to Order II. Roll Call of Members III. Adoption of Minutes - Regular Meeting — January 17, 2019 IV. Approval of Absences from January 17, 2019 V. Department Presentation and Discussion • Region 11 Zoonosis Report • Current Shelter Report and Clinic Report • Program Manager Update VI. Old Business for Discussion and Possible Action Recidivism rate for animals returned to CCACS via owner surrender and stray pickup. City Ordinance regarding Tethering Breeding Ordinance VIII. New Business for Discussion and Possible Action IX. Public Comment X. Identify Items to be placed on the next agenda XI. Adjournment POSTING STATEMENT: This notice was posted on the official electronic bulletin board in the atrium of Corpus Christi's City Hall, 1201 Leopard Street, on Nla c;h 12019 at 6T:0)1a.m. p.m. Mike"Gilli— s, Urogram Manager