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2 <br /> Center, procured multiple grants to offset cost for spay and neuter programs for Orange County <br /> residents' pets, increased donations to aid in the care and comfort of Orange County animals and <br /> worked diligently with Orange County attorneys and District Courts to assure the protection of <br /> animals and that those responsible for the neglect and ill treatment were held accountable. <br /> Mr. Marotto took a struggling animal shelter and animal control program and brought his <br /> knowledge, tenacity and creativity to provide the residents and animals of Orange County a state <br /> of the art facility and improve both shelter and animal control operations. This resulted in more <br /> animal rehabilitations, adoptions, public awareness and education and less animal euthanasia. <br /> Also during his time here, Bob has spent many hours resolving community concerns and restoring <br /> the community's confidence with OCAS. <br /> Mr. Marotto currently serves as an officer of the North Carolina Animal Federation and is involved <br /> in a community index project for animal welfare supported by PetSmart Charities in partnership <br /> with The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement. Additionally, Bob has written essays and <br /> editorials that have appeared in the Minneapolis Star Tribune, News & Observer and The Herald <br /> Sun. <br /> FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is no financial impact associated with consideration of the <br /> proclamation. <br /> SOCIAL JUSTICE IMPACT: There is no Orange County Social Justice Goal impact associated <br /> with consideration of the proclamation. <br /> ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT: There is no Orange County Environmental Responsibility Goal <br /> impact associated with consideration of the proclamation. <br /> RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends that the Board approve and authorize the <br /> Chair to sign the attached proclamation recognizing and expressing appreciation to Bob Marotto <br /> for his service to the people of Orange County and wishing him well in his retirement. <br />