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Orange County Animal Services
1601 Eubanks Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
919-942-PETS (7387)
ANIMAL SERVICES ADVISORY BOARD (ASAB)
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Wednesday, April 19, 2017
Meeting Summary
MEMBERS PRESENT: Maureane Hoffman (Chair), Molly Mullin (Vice-Chair), Warren Porter, Edmund Tiryakian, Judy
Miller, Beth Grooms, Susan Elmore, Michael Stewart, Michelle Walker, and Victoria Hudson
MEMBERS ABSENT: DeWana Anderson
STAFF PRESENT: Bob Marotto (Animal Services Director) and Andi Morgan (Asst Animal Services Director)
GUESTS PRESENT: Diane Obeid
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Call to order: 6:34pm
Review and adoption of the Agenda: Judy Miller made a motion to approve the agenda with the revision that Katie
Murray’s presentation has been tabled until May; seconded by Beth Grooms. The motion carried without dissent.
Summary of March 15, 2017 meeting: Susan Elmore made a motion to approve the Summary; seconded by
Michelle Walker. The motion carried without dissent.
General Public Comments on items not on the agenda: None.
Animal Services Advisory Board:
(A) Reappointments:
1. Michelle Walker made a motion to support reappointment of Maureane Hoffman and Molly
Mullin to another term, and Susan Elmore to a term that coincides with her membership on
the Board of Health; Michael Stewart seconded. The motion carried without dissent.
2. At Large (Non-municipal) Candidate Diane Obeid was introduced.
(B) Boards and Commissions Discussion with Commissioners: Maureane Hoffman reported on the February
meeting with County boards. BOCC was positive about the ASAB’s collaborative efforts: Agricultural
Preservation Board, art project, Pets of the Homeless, and the Unified Animal Ordinance implementation.
(C) Wrapping up Revisions to ASAB Policies and Procedures: The revision of the revision has been resubmitted to
the board after returning from the County Attorney’s office. Michael Stewart made a motion to submit the
revision to the County Manager’s (maybe June) agenda for the BOCC’s approval; Michelle Walker seconded.
The motion carried without dissent.
Old Business:
(A) Public Art Project: A building Permit is needed for the footing/ base of the sculpture. Katie Murray will
discuss at next meeting.
(B) Update of the Pets of the Homeless Task Force: Judy Miller reported on the second meeting on March 31st.
It was well attended by stakeholders and new community members. They were able to create the “problem
definition” and to work with mapping categories, such as resources and target groups. There was an
excellent presenter from Fair Housing Project Legal Aid. Work groups will be formed at the next meeting on
June 25th.
New Business:
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(A) Spay/Neuter Grant Project Prospectus: Andi Morgan reported on writing the Margaret T. Petrie grant which
provides funds for spay/ neuters to Orange County residents meeting the 200%-400% federal poverty
guideline (source: DSS), which expands the current program at 200% or less. She distributed statistical data
that supports the initial year grant application for $10,000 with prospectus for multi-year distribution.
Michelle Walker made a motion that the grant application expresses the enthusiasm of the ASAB in support
of the project; Michael Stewart seconded. The motion carried without dissent.
(B) Ideas for Projects and Initiatives, Possible Projects, and Grants: Bob Marotto distributed a project priorities
list, including recent past projects and accomplishments, possible new projects, and any restricted funding
sources that are outside the county budget. He asked the ASAB to think of new projects and to add to this
list.
(C) Animal Services Updates:
1. Budget: Bob Marotto reported on the budget process update. There was support for the request
for the microchip adoption package, but the County Manager’s recommendations have not been
presented yet. Large animal and equine board fee may be increased by $25.
2. Staffing: New Lead Veterinary Health Care Tech, an Animal Care Tech, and a seasonal Animal Care
Tech have been staffed. OCAS is still trying to hire an Animal Care Supervisor and Communication
Specialist. There will be vacancies for the Assistant Program Coordinator and Administrative
Supervisor, and possibly another Veterinary Health Care Tech.
3. Foster with First Rights to Adopt Agreement for Heartworm + Dogs: The new agreement has been
developed and has been reviewed by NCDA &CS. ASAB suggestions on the agreement may be sent
to Andi Morgan. A written protocol for treatment will be written and shared with ASAB.
4. Facilities: Modifications to the cat cages were completed. Drain pits are being refinished. The
public restrooms are being remodeled for an additional inclusive restroom.
5. Events: Spring adoption special is underway. Rabies and microchip clinic is scheduled at the
Hillsborough Farmers Market for the May 11. May 26th is next OCAS Spay & Neuter Day.
Discussion of vacancies and At Large (Non-municipal) Candidate: Town of Chapel Hill is still responsible for
nominating a candidate to the Municipal Candidate. Edmund Tiryakian made a motion to send Diane Obeid’s
nomination and a letter of explanation for the At-Large Non-municipal Candidate to the BOCC for approval; Judy
Miller seconded. The motion carried without dissent.
Information Items (made available):
(A) Monthly Sheltering Statistical Reports, March 2017
(B) Monthly Field Service Statistical Report, March 2017
(C) Foster Contract: Mother Cats and Unweaned Kittens
(D) Foster Contract With First Rights to Adopt
(E) Addendum to Foster Contract: Notification of Special Medical Conditions
Adjournment and next meeting:
Susan Elmore made a motion to adjourn at 8:10; Michelle Walker seconded. Motion carried without dissent.
The next meeting is June 21, 2017 at 6:30 pm, Orange County Animal Services Center.
Minutes taken:
Victoria Hudson