Title
Approve the proposed amended bylaws of the Monterey County Animal Control Program Advisory Board.
Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors:
Approve the proposed amended bylaws of the Monterey County Animal Control Program Advisory Board.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
The Monterey County Animal Control Advisory Board (“ACPAB”) was established in 1990. The ACPAB reviews and evaluates the County’s animal control program needs, services, facilities, and budget; advises and assists in public information and public relations activities of County Animal Services; and reports its findings and recommendations to the Board of Supervisors through the Director of Health.
The amended bylaws contain additional clarification regarding the role of County staff as it relates to the ACPAB, and updates to the conflict of interest policy.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
County Counsel has reviewed and approved the amended bylaws.
FINANCING:
Approval of this action has no impact on the County General Fund.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS STRATEGIC INITIATIVES:
Check the related Board of Supervisors Strategic Initiatives:
☐Economic Development:
• Through collaboration, strengthen economic development to ensure a diversified and healthy economy.
☐Administration:
• Promote an organization that practices efficient and effective resource management and is recognized for responsiveness, strong customer orientation, accountability and transparency.
☒Health & Human Services:
• Improve health and quality of life through County supported policies, programs, and services; promoting access to equitable opportunities for healthy choices and healthy environments in collaboration with communities.
☐Infrastructure:
• Plan and develop a sustainable, physical infrastructure that improves the quality of life for County residents and supports economic development results.
☒Public Safety:
• Create a safe environment for people to achieve their potential, leading businesses and communities to thrive and grow by reducing violent crimes as well as crimes in general.
Prepared by: Cynthia Burnham, Animal Services Administrator, 769-8796
Approved by:
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Elsa Mendoza Jimenez, Director of Health, 755-4526
Attachments:
ACPAB Amended bylaws
ACPAB Current bylaws