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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2001-05-09 Minutes ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE Minutes of a meeting of the Animal Advisory Committee held on Wednesday, May 9, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. at the Animal Shelter ROLL CALL Present Were: Laurie Davis, Durham Animal Adoption Sheila Elkington Dr. Julia Holt Councillor Don MacArthur Marie Knight Stanley Tara Stocker Nick VanSeggelen Donna MacKay, Secretary Absent Were: Colleen E. Cochrane Dr. Bill Mingram Paul Spencer Marie Knight Stanley chaired the meeting 1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Moved by Laurie Davis, seconded by Tara Stocker That the minutes of the regular meeting of the Animal Advisory Committee held on April 11, 2001 be approved. "CARRIED" 2. NEWSPAPER ARTICLES Marie circulated an article featuring Constable Mounsteven and his dog Chase, to Committee. There was a one hour documentary on TV highlighting their career. She circulated another article showing a staff member with a dog rescued by Clarington Animal Services. 3. CHAIRPERSON Nick VanSeggelen accepted nomination as Chair Person and Colleen was nominated as alternate. Will determine at next meeting if Colleen accepts her nomination. Animal Advisory Committee - 2 - May 9, 2001 4. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Councillor MacArthur reported on his contact with Bob Wilsher, Board of Education and stated Mr. Wilsher thought it would be a good idea to approach the principals of each school in Clarington individually regarding the Pet Education Program. John Leith, Principal of Waverley Public School was to attend a meeting with the School Board and was going to mention the program at this meeting. Mr. Leith suggested the committee prepare an outline as to how we are going to proceed, what age group to target and what method we are proposing for this program. The Committee will also approach the Separate School Board. Committee to work with School Board to come up with appropriate dates to proceed. Committee felt it was going to be too hectic to approach Schools by June. Committee felt we should proceed with the Dog Bite Prevention Program before summer. Sheila suggested approaching the Summer Day Camps run through the Municipality. Don MacArthur will approach Mayor for approval. Committee will also approach the Library Board. Sheila stated no dates have been confirmed with PetSmart as yet. Will notify when she has confirmation, probably sometime in June. Once date is established, volunteers will be needed. Colleen, Tara and Marie volunteered their time. Dog Bite Prevention Flyer was discussed and all felt was a good idea to use the brochure with some minor changes. We have the original disc in our possession but is not compatible with our system. Disc is being looked at now to see if it can be used and if not Peter Klose will rebuild on his system. Will also approach internal staff for assistance. Sheila, Mary Jane and Colleen were nominated to do the presentation. 5. OTHER BUSINESS Peter— sent letter to John O'Toole's office requesting legislation from the Provincial level to exclude exotic animals in residential areas. Peter handed out a response from O'Toole's office suggesting it was a municipal matter along with a sample of an Exotic Pet By-law from Port Colborne for committee to review. Don — a Resolution was passed at Council regarding the OSPCA Act. Queen's Park will review, changing legislation to allow our Animal Services officers legal authority to enter private property to rescue animals. A couple of issues were brought up regarding Animal Services but they had already be addressed. Animal Advisory Committee - 3 - May 9, 2001 Sheila — circulated pictures of "before" and "after" of a neglected stray cocker Spanie rescued by Clarington Animal Services and groomed free of charge by Ruth Ann Miller of"And Puppy Dog Tails". Nick— mentioned seeing a program on TV regarding "dogs helping with people hard of hearing", found it to be very interesting and educational. 6. NEXT MEETING Discussion was held regarding meeting dates and times. Group decided on 2nd. Wednesday of every month at 2:00 p.m. Unfortunately Dr. Mingram is unable to attend at that time. We will contact him to investigate a solution. The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 13, 2001 at 2:00 p.m. in the Ante Room at the Municipal Administrative Centre. 7. ADJOURNMENT Moved by Nick VanSeggelen, seconded by Sheila Elkington THAT the meeting adjourn at 3:37 p.m. "CARRIED" Chair Donna MacKay, Secretary