Animal Shelter Advisory Committee Minutes - 12/17/2009MINUTES
THE ANIMAL SHELTER ADVISORY COMMITTEE (ASAC)
DECEMBER 17, 2009
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Julie Gibson, DVM ■ Members
Kelli Jordan, Wichita Co. Humane Society Exec. Director ■
Marty Maxwell, Animal Welfare Organization Rep. ■
Susan Morris, Chairman /LRCA/Zoonosis Administrator ■
Michael Smith, Councilor- District 1 ■ Council Liaison
Diane Syrus, recording secretary ■ Staff
Lou Franklin, Director of Public Health ■ Staff
ABSENT:
Penny Miller, Citizen -At -Large ■ Member
I. CALL TO ORDER
Susan Morris, L.R.C.A., Chairman presided. Mrs. Morris introduced Ms. Kelli Jordan, Wichita Co.
Humane Society Executive Director.
II. REVIEW & APPROVAL OF OCTOBER MINUTES
The minutes from the ASAC Meeting on October 1, 2009, were distributed and reviewed. Mrs.
Maxwell made the motion to accept these minutes, with a second by Dr. Gibson. Motion carried.
III. OLD BUSINESS
Mrs. Morris started with an update on the new Wichita Fall's Animal Services Center. Mrs.
Franklin talked with the architect yesterday, and we should be receiving a 50%
completion set of plans next week.
IV. NEW BUSINESS
Dr. Gibson inspected the Animal Reclaim Center and quarantine facility on 11/20/2009, and
reported it looked pretty good. She had inspected the facility the previous year, when it was not
so good, but was impressed by some improvement this time. Dr. Gibson didn't see any rats,
neither ticks, nor cockroaches which was wonderful. She said evidently what they have changed;
like feeding only once a day is improving the vermin and insect population. Dr. Gibson added the
only thing she does not agree is disposing of dead animals in a trailer, and until this trailer is taken
to the landfill; it does not minimize vermin, odor, nor disease infestations. Mrs. Franklin explained
the city has contracted for the pickup of dead animals three times per week and we are
euthanizing on the same day these animals are picked up; there are times when an animal needs
to be euthanized on an off day, but it should not be a large amount. Dr. Gibson explained when it
is colder outside; it is not as big a deal, as when it is one hundred degrees. Mrs. Franklin said this
is why we pay the extra amount to have the three day a week pickup. Dr. Gibson added not all
animals were separated by sex, just specie; there were some males with females, but not many.
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Staff told Dr. Gibson if animals were spayed or neutered, they could do this. There were some
two to a cage. Dr. Gibson said the first time she went; there were tons of animals and it was
horrible. She explained that staff tries to keep a record of all animals brought in, but all animals
did not have cage cards; all animals were in a book for owner reference. Ms. Jordan stated this
should be corrected now. Dr. Gibson questioned if records reflected all animal disposition, and if
records were complete at that time. Mrs. Morris thanked Dr. Gibson for her inspection and gave
her report to Mrs. Morris to add to the minutes. Ms. Jordan stated regarding the accountability of
knowing exactly where an animal is at all times; she has addressed this before with staff.
Councilor Smith asked if we have electronic scanners and their cost. Mrs. Franklin said this is
something we will do when we open our new facility. Dr. Gibson said scanners are $250 -$300
each. Mrs. Morris said she received an email this morning from Leslie at PETS that one of her
donors wants to donate a scanner, and asked if one would be helpful. Mrs. Morris said yes, but
we really need one for each truck. Dr. Wurster has told Mrs. Morris several times he could get
some donated. Dr. Gibson said she could get one for us. Discussion followed on scanners,
tattooing of animals which Dr. Gibson will check on, and a local pit bull rescue group.
Councilor Smith asked about the large walk -in refrigerator at our new Animal Services Center.
Mrs. Franklin said it will probably be a year from now for our new facility. Mrs. Morris stated that
Mr. Mount has purchased a new enclosed trailer that opens from the back. Members discussed
vents, and location of this trailer. Councilor Smith received an inquiry about hunting around Lake
Wichita when Wild Bird Rescue takes in, nurses, and releases birds there. Mrs. Maxwell
explained the story of the Mallard Ducks. Councilor Smith is going to have this reviewed, in light of
whatever hunting is going on at the north side of Lake Wichita, which is city property. Mrs.
Maxwell said they were shocked and Wild Bird Rescue will have to find a new place to release
before the next baby season.
Mrs. Maxwell asked about the feral cat ordinance. Mrs. Morris recently researched Craig's List
and the rants and raves, there are horrible about feral cats. Susan reported PETS has received a
grant for $2,500 that will go 100% on feral cats for Miss Fannies to spay and vaccinate. Mrs.
Franklin added that she has yet to register any colonies with us since she has not received
complete neighbor permission. Discussion followed on cat food donations, healthy environments
for spaying, trappings of owned dogs and cats, and necessary seizure warrants.
V. ADJOURN
Mrs. Morris asked if everyone is agreeable; we will set future meetings on the third Thursday of
February, June, and October. And, if we need to have a meeting before, or between, then we can.
We are required three meetings annually. Ms. Jordan asked why the committee meets on
Thursdays? Discussion followed changing the day of the meetings from Thursdays to Tuesdays,
at 12:15 p.m.
Mrs. Morris said if no further business, do I hear a motion to adjourn? Mrs. Maxwell made the
motion; Dr. Gibson seconded it, motion carried to adjourn at 12:50 p.m. and all were in favor.
Susan B. Morris, Chairman
Zoonosis Administrator /L.R.C.A.
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Dian 7116yrus, nosis & OSSF, Sr. Admin. Clerk
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