MINUTES OF THE MEETING
OF
THE ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY BOARD
The ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY BOARD met TUESDAY, August 14, 2007, at 2:30 P.M. in
the Public Services Building.
MEMBERS PRESENT: MEMBERS ABSENT:
Tom Bryan Gail Simpson Dr. Patricia Holt-Dunn
Jean McKee Virginia Norman
Kathy MCCarley Gary Stickles
Drale Short Penny Leigh Short
Nonie Eakle Cynthia Maisano
ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICERS PRESENT
Officer Gerald Stewart ? Animal Control Supervisor
Office Allen Meek
GUESS
Donna Rex ? PAWS Columbus, Inc.
CALL TO ORDER
Tom Bryan called the meeting to order at 2:30 P.M.
Tom Bryan presented the minutes of the last meeting; Virginia Norman moved they
be approved as written; Cathy McCarley seconded; approval was unanimous.
Drale Short presented the presentation on ?Anti-Chaining?.
Drale Short introduced the Animal Control Officers and asked them to give their
opinion on the proposed Anti-Chaining Law.
Officer Stewart stated that some of the citizens would not be able to afford
the proper tethering tools, i.e. Trolley System or the cable line system. He
also stated, ?Animal Control should focus on the current ordinances and be more
stern on the enforcement of these ordinances? which includes proper fencing.
Officer Meek agreed, but also placed emphasis on the need for more authority as
an officer.
The board discussed other counties that have ?Anti-Chaining Ordinances, the
authority need for our officers to enforce current ordinances, and educating
the public on our current ordinances as well as concerns for the citizens if an
anti-chaining law is passed.
After further discussion the board asked Drale Short to inform the City Manager
and Council that at this time the board cannot recommend the Anti-Chaining Law.
The board unanimously agreed to table discussions on mandatory spay/neuter.
Drale Short apologized to the board for any harassment or inconveniences caused
by Ms. Owens. She informed them that Ms. Owens has requested that all
Commissions and Board Members be listed on the City?s Web Page. Tiny
Washington, Clerk of Council is currently working on this request in addition
the City Attorney?s confirming how much or type of information can be put on
this web site. (example: work information, home information, etc.) She also
told them that the City Attorney will assistance them with any problems they
may have with any citizens concerning the Animal Control Advisory Board?s
responsibilities and/or issues.
The board discussed time served as Chairperson and agreed on an election every
two (2) years but asked for a secret write-in vote. Drale Short will also
check with the Clerk of Council to see if there is standard policy on chair
positions.
Kathy McCarley asked the board to study the Potentially Dangerous/Dangerous Dog
Ordinances to be sure they are not suggesting requirements that are not
enforceable by the ordinances.
Tom Bryan asked if there were any other old business or new business.
There were none so he adjourned the meeting at 3:55 P.M.
April 16, 2007
Tom Bryan, Chairman
Sylvia Bennett, Recording Secretary
C: Clerk of Council
ACAB Member
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