HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999-12-02 Minutes ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Minutes of a meeting of the Animal Advisory Committee
held on Thursday, December 2, 1999 at 2:00 p.m. at
Chief Administrative Centre—Ante Room
ROLL CALL
Present Were: Laurie Davis, Durham Animal Adoption
Sheila Elkington, Sr. Animal Control Officer
Wolf Klose, Orono Cat World
Marie Knight Stanley, Deputy Clerk
Councillor Jane Rowe
Nick VanSeggelen
Donna MacKay
Absent Were: Scott Creed, Orono Cat World
Laurie Ovenden
Marie Knight Stanley chaired the meeting.
1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Moved by Laurie Davis, seconded by Nick VanSeggelen
That the minutes of the regular meeting of the Animal Advisory Committee held on
October 14, 1999 be approved.
"CARRIED"
2. COMPOSITION OF ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Discussion was held and everyone was in agreement that the composition of the
Committee has been met and is satisfactory. Marie will approach Scott Creed, Orono Cat
World to see if he will be available to attend future meetings and if not will determine
Marie Horne's interest in joining the Committee.
Sheila will approach the Courtice Veterinary Clinic owners to see if they would be
interested in attending our meetings.
Animal Advisory Committee Minutes - 2 - December 2, 1999
3. SCRAPBOOK
Laurie Ovenden and Laurie Davis have started updating the scrapbook, they will bring in
to the next meeting on February 9, 1999.
4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a) A letter was sent to Constable Mounsteven& Chase congratulating them on their
award.
b) Public Works advises signs posted at corner of Liberty/Baseline and
Liberty/Highway #2 are not possible. They are Regional roads and are out of our
jurisdiction.
C) A tender is not needed for the mural, however, MTO require a permit. Concerns
regarding mural distracting drivers as they exit Highway 401 on Liberty Street.
It was agreed to apply to MTO for permit first.
Resolution#AAC-3-99
Moved by Nick VanSeggelen, seconded by Wolf Klose
THAT Clerk's Department prepare and forward a report to G.P.A. for approval of
the mural to be painted by Paul Livingston at the Animal Shelter.
"CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY"
5. OTHER BUSINESS
Nick Van Seggelen — suggested switching meeting days from Thursday to Wednesday,
meets better with his schedule. Everyone agreed to meet Wednesdays. Will discuss
whether it be l't or 2nd Wednesday of every month.
Laurie Davis —gave us statistics of O.S.P.C.A.
About 60% of cats are euthanized— 70,000-80,000/year
About 20% of dogs are euthanized—20,000/year
These figures are doubled (Humane Societies and Pounds)
Dogs - 40,000/year approximately &
Cats - 140,000-160,000/year approximately
Anyone wishing to adopt a 4 year old Lab mix?
Animal Advisory Committee Minutes - 3 - December 2, 1999
Jane Rowe— discussion was held regarding preparing Activity Book for Elementary
School children promoting Responsible Pet Ownership. Visual Arts may be able to help
with having children do some of the drawings/activities.
A suggestion was made for each Committee member to bring to the next meeting, 1
sample page and a sponsor to be submitted towards the Activity Book
Resolution#AAC-4-99
Moved by Jane Rowe, seconded by Sheila Elkington
That Committee pursue the idea of an Elementary School Activity Book promoting
Responsible Pet Ownership.
"CARRIED"
Sheila —Animal Services number in phone book is listed under Animal Control.
St. Stephen's Elementary School wants to donate articles to the Animal Shelter. Sheila
will fax their wish list. Also Sheila suggested asking students to submit their favourite
pet name to Animal Shelter so the Officers have more names to chose from.
Marie— distributed the new Set Fine Schedule, Animal Services Officers are able to
charge fines according to this schedule. Fines will be paid at office. If not paid, then
they go to court.
Interviews for part-time Animal Services Officer are Thursday, December 9, 1999.
6. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 3:15 p.m.
Chair
Donna MacKay, Secretary