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September 16, 2009 Meeting--Approved Minutes Page 2 World Rabies Day— Sarah Fallin announced that there would be two rabies clinics this month, one at the Government Annex Center in Hillsborough and one here at the Animal Services Center. Flyers have been distributed in both English and Spanish to the community. Pre- veterinary students will be volunteering at both clinics. Andi Morgan has updated the “Protect Your Pets” posters to reflect the new NC General Statues which address prevention and control of rabies that come into effect on October 1, 2009. In addition to the posters, Bob Marotto and Rosemary Summers with the Health Department sent out a letter to all local veterinary clinics to help increase awareness about the upcoming changes. This is a combined effort to increase education and promote the prevention of rabies to the people and pets in our community Placement Partner Committee—Kris Bergstrand and Suzanne Roy gave an update on the Strategic Plan for Proactively Managing Pet Overpopulation. It is the same document in a revised format that was sent out prior to today’s meeting for review by board members. It was recommend by the board liaison that the proposal be reviewed with the County Attorney before going forward to the Board of County Commissioners. Motion was made by Suzanne Roy and seconded by Kris Bergstrand to adopt the proposal with minor edits and to proceed in general terms to present to the managers to be shared with the BOCC in an appropriate manner. VOTE: Unanimous . New Business— Statistical Summary—Jess Allison gave an overview of the August statistical summaries. The numbers in August are consistent with July numbers. Rabies Update—Irene Phipps reported that there were a total of 145 animals picked up in August. More citizens are coming in to the facility to drop off animals and this is an opportunity to help educate the citizens about animal care and the importance of spay/neutering. Ms. Phipps reported that there were 2 positive rabies cases last month, both were bats. There have been a total of 12 positive rabies cases this calendar year. So far this year there have been a total of 631 animals vaccinated at the low cost rabies clinics, 427 dogs and 204 cats. ASAB Vacancies—Paula Ragan gave an update on the vacant positions, Rachel Beckham who was in the number 4 position of the board announced her resignation in August; Ms. Beckham accepted a job in Raleigh. Ms. Ragan was notified by the clerk’s office that another board member, Bonnie Norwood, would be taking some time off due to an illness, but would like to continue to serve on the board. In light of information from the Clerk’s Office about ASAB vacancies and recent BOCC actions, ASAB members posed questions regarding how the appointment process does and should work. Animal Services Advisory Board September 16, 2009--Approved Minutes Page 3