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Animal Services Advisory Board June 18h, 2008 Meeting Approved Minutes Page 2 Fee and Fine Updates—Bob Marotto reported that the implementation of the new fees and fines would occur on July 1, 2008. Andi Morgan has been doing the public outreach required by the commissioners in order to implement these adjustments. Mr. Marotto also noted that the adjusted County license fees for intact animals would also come into effect July 1, 2008, for dog and cat owners who are residents of the Towns of Carrboro and Chapel Hill. ASAB Committees— Potentially Dangerous Dog Committee—No hearings or hearing requests have been made since the last ASAB meeting.. Adopter Surveys—Per the request of a board member at the May ASAB meeting, Ms. Allison provided copies of the Adopter Survey, which has been recently implemented at the shelter. It is a tool used to help staff determine which type of animal best fits the potential adopter’s lifestyle in order to have a more successful match of pet and person. Ms. Allison indicated that the survey is from the ASPCA and used in conjunction with the Meet Your Match Program. Placement Partner Update—Mr. Marotto reported that the finished product should be completed soon. The only thing remaining is completing the research on the possible requirement for certain liability insurance and the cost associated with it. At this time we are still waiting to hear back from insurance companies on various quotes. Spay/Neuter Committee— Mr. Marotto reported that the committee has not met recently but expects to meet in the month of July. He also noted that he and Paula Ragan had recently met with Beth Livingston of Animal Kind to discuss a partnership between AnimalKind and Orange County Animal Services. The intent is to obtain legal review of a draft agreement and then seek BOCC approval after their recess.. May Statistical Summary—Ms. Jess Allison gave an overview of the May 2008 statistical summaries. She reported that the increase in intakes is due to the spring season. New Business— Select Updates— Mr. Marotto gave an overview the FY08/09 budge process as it related to Animal Services (pending final BOCC approval and adoption). The Animal Services Department obtained approval for 2 of 3 new positions that the County Manager recommended, and there were no cuts in its operating budget (except for a 25 percent across the board reduction in the training line item). However, commissioners had specific concerns and questions regarding the spay/neuter funds and why there are two separate funds and Mr. Marotto stressed the importance of ASAB representatives attending public hearings during next year’s budget process to indicate their strong support for such initiatives. Mr. Marotto also noted that BOCC approved the purchase the “animobile units” and vehicles needed to replace three Animal Control vehicles. The new compartments will help to maintain