Backup Documents 09/24/2013 Item #17GCreating the Standard of
Teresa L. Cannon
Care for Animals Ordinance
From: Neet, Virginia
Sent: Tuesday, September 10, 2013 10:05 AM
To: Minutes and Records 17G
Cc: PepinEmily; Townsend, Amanda
Subject: 10 -day ad to run 9/13 for the 9/24/13 BCC Meeting
Attachments: Ordinance - DAS - BCC authorized 9- 10- 13.pdf
Ann:
9/24/13
As a head's up, Amanda Townsend (DAS) needs to advertise the below title for the 9/24/13 BCC
Meeting. I am working with DAS on the Advertising Request Form. A PDF of the proposed Ordinance
is attached. The account string for the advertising is: 001 - 155410- 648160.
Please call if you need anything else.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIER
COUNTY, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING STANDARDS OF CARE FOR ANIMAL -
RELATED BUSINESSES, ANIMAL - RELATED ORGANIZATIONS, COMMERCIAL
BREEDERS, NON - COMMERCIAL BREEDERS, AND RODEOS IN COLLIER
COUNTY; PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND
SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE CODE OF LAWS AND
ORDINANCES; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Virginia A. Neet, FRP
Office of the Collier County Attorney
Telephone (239) 252 -8066 - Fax (239) 252 -6600
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ORDINANCE NO. 2013 -
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING STANDARDS OF
CARE FOR ANIMAL - RELATED BUSINESSES, ANIMAL - RELATED
ORGANIZATIONS, COMMERCIAL BREEDERS, NON - COMMERCIAL
BREEDERS, AND RODEOS IN COLLIER COUNTY; PROVIDING FOR
PENALTIES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND SEVERABILITY;
PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE CODE OF LAWS AND
ORDINANCES; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, on May 14, 2013, the Board of County Commissioners (Board) adopted
Ordinance No. 2013 -33, the Collier County Animal Control Ordinance, with the intent of
ensuring compliance with local and State animal- related laws, returning strays to their owners
and promoting the adoption of homeless animals to new families, and to work toward ending the
community problem of pet overpopulation; and
WHEREAS, Section Twelve of the Collier County Animal Control Ordinance provides
that the Director of Animal Services "is hereby granted authority to recommend Standards of
Care for animal- related businesses, animal- related organizations, commercial breeders, non-
commercial breeders, and rodeos for approval by the Board of County Commissioners. Standards
of Care shall be approved by ordinance of the Board and then codified in the Collier County
Administrative Code;" and
WHEREAS, the Director of Animal Services has recommended that the Board establish
the Standards of Care for animal- related businesses, animal- related organizations, commercial
breeders, non - commercial breeders, and rodeos in Collier County as set forth in this Ordinance,
which recommendations are approved by the Board.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIER COUNTY THAT:
SECTION ONE: Purpose of Ordinance.
The purpose of this Ordinance is to create the Standards of Care authorized by Section
Twelve of the Collier County Animal Control Ordinance. This Ordinance is expressly limited to
animal - related businesses, animal- related organizations, commercial breeders, non - commercial
breeders, and rodeos and is to be read in conjunction with the Collier County Animal Control
Ordinance.
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SECTION TWO: General Standards of Care.
Anyone who owns or maintains an animal - related business, animal- related organization,
commercial breeder, non - commercial breeder, or rodeo must provide that animal:
1. Freedom from hunger or thirst by ready access to fresh water and a diet to
maintain full health and vigor;
2. Freedom from discomfort by providing an appropriate environment including
shelter and a comfortable resting area;
3. Freedom from pain, injury or disease by prevention or rapid diagnosis and
treatment;
4. Freedom to express normal behavior by providing sufficient space, proper
facilities and company of the animal's own kind; and
5. Freedom from fear and distress by ensuring conditions and treatment which avoid
mental suffering.
SECTION THREE: Proper Animal Husbandry.
Anyone who owns or maintains an animal- related business, animal- related organization,
commercial breeder, non - commercial breeder, or rodeo must exercise proper Animal Husbandry,
which includes the following practices:
I . Animal enclosures must be safe, sanitary, dry, and must protect the animals from
the elements.
2. Animal enclosures shall be large enough for each animal contained therein to
stand up, sit down, lie down, and turn around simultaneously.
3. Where an enclosure is used sequentially for more than one animal during the
course of a day, the enclosure will be cleaned, sanitized and dried between each
animal.
4. Airline -type containers normally used for shipping and transporting animals shall
not be used to permanently house animals.
5. Where animals are incompatible, they shall be contained separately in appropriate
enclosures.
6. Housing facilities for animals must be clean and sufficiently ventilated at all times
when animals are present to provide for their health, comfort and well- being.
7. Housing facilities for animals must be sufficiently heated and cooled when
necessary to protect the animals from cold and hot temperatures and to provide
for their health, comfort and well- being.
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8. Premises where animals are housed shall have sufficient lighting and provide a
diurnal lighting cycle, by either natural or artificial light, corresponding to the
natural period of daylight and night. If artificial light is provided, it must emulate
natural light.
9. Premises where animals are housed shall be clean, orderly and free of garbage,
toxic substances, unused food, standing water, sharp objects, litter or refuse.
10. Garbage shall be kept in garbage cans with properly fitting lids and disposed of
regularly.
11. Bodies of dead animals must be disposed of according to applicable county and
state regulations, policies and laws.
12. Food shall be stored in such a way as to prevent contamination by rodents, pests
and moisture. Food storage containers shall be clearly and properly labeled as to
contents.
13. Any poisonous plants growing in or near where herbivorous animals are being
housed should be removed.
14. All chemicals, pesticides, cleaning solutions and disinfectants shall be stored and
used in accordance with manufacturers' instructions, properly labeled as to
content and kept away from contact with animals and animal food.
15. All animal feces shall be removed and disposed of properly. Livestock manure
which has been removed from animal enclosures shall be maintained the
maximum feasible distance from animal housing. Animal feces shall not be
allowed to contaminate surrounding waters.
16. Food dishes and water bowls shall be cleaned daily.
17. When communal feeding containers are used, there shall be sufficient space to
feed all the animals simultaneously.
18. Animals shall be provided with food of sufficient quantity and quality to allow for
normal growth and maintenance of a healthy body weight.
19. Fresh water shall be available to all animals daily and shall be maintained in a
container in such a manner that animals cannot turn the container over.
20. Food and water shall be fresh, appropriate for the animal, and free from
contamination.
21. Animals must be given exercise appropriate for their species, breed, and size.
22. The responsible party must follow veterinary instructions for any sick or injured
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animal. Proof of adequate, timely veterinary care and follow -up must be provided
to animal services upon request.
23. Animals having a known or suspected communicable animal -to -human disease
shall be maintained in isolation where they cannot directly or indirectly come into
contact with any other animals or the public. Applicable county and state health
regulations must be followed when caring for any animal harboring an animal -to-
human disease.
24. Any animal that cannot stand on its own or that has a life threatening disease must
be hospitalized, housed under the direction of a licensed veterinarian or humanely
euthanized in accordance with F.S. 828.058.
25. Animals shall not be worked in a sick, diseased or injured condition.
26. Animals shall not be abused, mistreated, tormented or in any manner made to
suffer by any person or any means.
27. Any enclosure used as a primary means of confinement for a dog must meet the
definition of proper enclosure as defined in the Collier County Animal Control
Ordinance.
28. Cats must be provided access to a receptacle containing sufficient clean litter to
contain excreta and body wastes.
29. Cats must be provided solid resting surface(s) that are sufficient to hold all cats at
the same time comfortably.
30. Livestock normally maintained in outdoor areas must have access to shelter that
provides protection from the direct rays of the sun and the direct effect of wind
and rain and is of sufficient size and/or number to provide enough space for each
animal to comfortably stand up, sit down, lie down and turn around in the shelter
simultaneously.
31. Livestock shall have access to dry ground at all times.
32. Livestock shall be provided access to an appropriately fenced open area for
routine exercise.
33. Livestock must be securely confined and not permitted to run at large.
34. Livestock shall not be left unattended while tethered.
35. Equine and ovine shall have hooves trimmed so as to prevent lameness and
extreme overgrowth.
36. Equine must have documentation by a licensed veterinarian certifying that the
equine has been tested for Equine Infectious Anemia (Coggins test) within the
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preceding twelve -month period.
37. Animals other than those specifically enumerated herein shall be cared for
pursuant to general guidelines and accepted animal husbandry standards for each
species.
SECTION FOUR: Regulations for Animal - Related Businesses and Organizations.
A. Posting of Permit
Each animal - related business and organization will prominently display a current, valid
county animal services- issued operational permit.
B. Safety
Each animal - related business or organization which accepts privately owned
animals into its custody shall report to animal services any obvious case of
neglect or animal abuse pursuant to the Collier County Animal Control
Ordinance, these Standards, or Florida Statutes Ch. 828, "Cruelty to Animals."
Animal services' phone number shall be posted in a prominent location.
2. Each animal- related business or organization will post emergency contact
information in a prominent place visible from the exterior of the main entrance to
the premises. If an animal- related organization is located in a premises used
primarily as a residence, this contact information does not need to be prominently
posted, but must be kept current and on file with animal services, the local law
enforcement entity, and the local fire department. This contact shall be available
at all hours in case of emergencies or other enforcement - related matters.
3. Each animal - related business or organization shall have a written disaster plan to
address both immediate and noticed evacuation of all animals in case of an
emergency. This plan shall be posted in a prominent location.
4. Each animal- related business or organization shall have a working telephone
available at all times in case of an emergency. The name of the establishment's
veterinarian and the veterinarian's phone number shall be posted in a prominent
location.
5. Each animal- related business or organization shall provide for adequate rodent
and insect control.
C. Records
Each animal - related business or organization shall keep records on all animals
currently under its care. These records shall be maintained on each animal
individually.
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2. The information in these records shall include but not be limited to rabies
vaccination, all other inoculations and prescription or medical treatments
administered.
3. Where the animal- related business or organization has a duty to care for, but not a
right of ownership in the animal, records shall also include the owner's name,
address, emergency telephone number, owner's proof of identification, and name
and telephone number of owner's veterinarian. In addition, a medical release must
be obtained from the owner or his designee for each animal and shall become part
of the animal's record so that emergency treatment can be given if the animal
shows signs of illness or is injured while in the care and custody of the animal -
related entity. Exceptions to this provision may be made on a case -by -case basis
when due to extenuating circumstances it is in the best interest of the animal for
the animal owner to remain anonymous.
4. Where the animal- related business or organization has a right of ownership in the
animal, records shall indicate where the animal was obtained.
5. A copy of a current (within the previous twelve months) negative Coggins test
(equine infectious anemia) shall be on record for each equine (except nursing
foals). No equine shall be accepted for board unless a current (within the past
twelve months) negative Coggins test record is produced by the owner.
6. All records as described herein shall be kept for a period of two years.
7. All records shall be made available to the inspecting officer upon request.
D. Groomers
1. Clippers, combs, brushes and any other equipment shall be sanitized after each
animal grooming.
2. Animals shall not be left unattended while tethered to grooming stations.
3. Clean, separate drying towels shall be used for each individual animal groomed.
4. Tepid water must be used for the purpose of washing dogs and cats. Cold water is
not acceptable.
5. Grooming bathtubs shall be sanitized after each animal grooming. Grooming
bathtubs shall be maintained free of mold and mildew.
6. Clippers, dryers, combs, brushes and any other grooming equipment shall be
maintained in good repair so that they are appropriate for the intended safe use per
the manufacturers' or suppliers' instructions.
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E. Long -term Nonresidential (Institutional) Housing of Dogs
1. Dogs maintained in a nonresidential setting for a period longer than three months
shall be afforded protective measures. The responsible party shall notify animal
services regarding all dogs maintained in a nonresidential setting for longer than
three months and shall comply with the following requirements:
a. A veterinarian will examine the animal once every six months. Dogs not
maintained on a heartworm preventative program shall be given an occult
heartworm test and started on preventative or treated for same.
b. A professional behaviorist or trainer will evaluate the animal once every
three months and recommend a behavioral enrichment program.
C. The dog will receive a minimum of fifty minutes of play, interaction,
grooming and/or training each week or the care stipulated by the
recommended behavioral enrichment program, whichever is more
stringent. Dogs with medical conditions prohibiting play or training
sessions shall be excluded from this requirement upon written certification
of the medical condition by a licensed veterinarian.
d. Records shall be kept evidencing compliance with the above.
SECTION FIVE: Regulations for Rodeos.
A. Posting of Permit
The operator of a rodeo will prominently display a current, valid county animal services -
issued operational permit.
B. Safety
The operator of a rodeo shall report to animal services any obvious case of neglect
or animal abuse pursuant to the Collier County Animal Control Ordinance, these
Standards, or Florida Statutes Ch. 828, "Cruelty to Animals." Animal services'
phone number shall be posted in a prominent location.
2. The operator of a rodeo event shall meet all fire safety requirements in accordance
with the local fire and zoning regulations.
3. The operator of a rodeo shall have a written emergency plan to address, as is
necessary, inclement weather, veterinary medical emergencies, attendee safety,
and crowd control. This plan shall be posted in a prominent location.
C. Public Awareness
The operator of a rodeo event shall make available to attendees literature to be provided
by animal services outlining the provisions of the Collier County Animal Control Ordinance.
D. Rodeo Regulations
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The operator of a rodeo shall provide animal services with:
a. A diagram of the arena, showing location of the chutes, catch chutes, and
pens; a list of all proposed events and acts; and a copy of the rules and
regulations which will govern the conduct of the contestants and events;
b. The name and contact information of a veterinarian who will be available
for all shows; and
C. Evidence of testing for infectious equine anemia within the previous
immediate twelve (12) months, with negative results for all equine.
2. The operator of a rodeo shall ensure that:
a. A licensed veterinarian shall be available for all shows,
b. An ambulance and medical attendants shall be available on the grounds
for emergency purposes,
C. Any tack, equipment, device, substance or material that is injurious or
could cause unnecessary cruelty is prohibited,
d. All stock is strong, healthy, and physically sound in order to perform in
the assigned events,
e. Chutes are so constructed as to prevent injury to the stock, and that the
arena is free of rocks, holes, and all obstacles which could cause injury to
animals or contestants,
f. All flank straps and equipment is removed from stock in catch chutes as
soon as possible and that injured animals remain in the catch chute until
examined and released by the attending veterinarian, and
g. Rowels on spurs of all contestants are short, dull, and free to revolve.
SECTION SIX: Regulations for Breeders and Pet Shops.
A. Permit Notification
The appropriate permit number shall be provided on all advertisements and
promotions concerning the sale or give -away of an animal.
2. The appropriate permit number shall be provided to all persons who buy or accept
ownership of an animal.
B. Requirements for Sale of Dogs and Cats
Dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens acquired for resale must be examined by a
licensed veterinarian within five business days of physical acquisition.
2. Dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens offered for sale must be at least eight weeks of
age.
Dogs, cats, puppies and kittens offered for sale must be accompanied by an
Official Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (OCVI).
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4. The OCVI must contain the following information:
a. The date of the examination by the examining veterinarian
b. The examining veterinarian's license number
C. The examining veterinarian's signature
d. The age, breed, sex, color, and any distinguishing marks of the animal
e. The health record of the animal
f. Any tests performed and their results, and any vaccinations or other
treatments administered, including vaccine type, lot number, expiration
date, and date of administration, including those not specifically
enumerated below
g. A statement that the examining veterinarian warrants, to the best of his
knowledge, that the dog or cat has no sign of contagious or infectious
diseases and has no evidence of internal or external parasites, including
coccidiosis and ear mites, but excluding fleas and ticks
h. A statement concerning whether or not the examining veterinarian has
detected any physical abnormalities in the dog or cat including but not
limited to a heart murmur, and umbilical hernia, entropian, and inguinal
hernia, and cryptorchidism
5. The OCVI must document that the following inoculations, tests, and treatments
have been administered, unless the veterinarian certifies on the OCVI that to
inoculate or deworm the animal is not in the best medical interest of the animal, in
which case the vaccine or anthelmintic may not be administered to that particular
animal:
a. For dogs or puppies:
i. Vaccination against canine distemper, leptospirosis, bordetella,
parainfluenza, hepatitis, and canine parvovirus. A rabies
inoculation must be provided for any dog over three months of age.
ii. Diagnostic tests to detect the following internal parasites:
hookworms, roundworms, whipworms, tapeworms, coccidia and
giardia. Heartworm detection must occur for dogs six months of
age or older. Appropriate treatment for all positive findings must
be documented.
b. For cats or kittens:
i. Vaccination against panleukopenia, feline viral rhino tracheitis,
and calici virus. A rabies inoculation must be provided for any cat
over three months of age.
ii. Diagnostic tests to detect the following internal parasites:
hookworms, roundworms, tapeworms and coccidia. Appropriate
treatment for all positive findings must be documented.
Diagnostic test to detect Feline Leukemia with the result listed on
the OCVI.
6. If the animal is less than four months of age, the tests, vaccines, and anthelmintics
required above must be administered no more than twenty -one days before sale
within the county. If the animal is four months of age or older, the tests, vaccines,
and anthelmintics required above must be administered at or after three months of
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age, but no more than one year before sale within the county.
7. The sale of the dog, cat, puppy, or kitten shall take place no more than thirty days
after the OCVI has been issued.
8. If a dog, cat, puppy, or kitten is not sold within thirty days of the issuance of the
OCVI, then a new examination and OCVI must be obtained.
9. All dogs, cats, puppies and kittens offered for sale must be implanted with a
microchip.
C. Records
1. Breeders shall maintain records of each litter of puppies and kittens born. Such
records shall include the date of birth, number of puppies and litters born, and the
license tag number of each parent.
2. Pet shops shall maintain records of each animal acquired for sale. Such records
shall include the name and address of the source of the animal, the animal's date
of birth, and date the animal was received.
3. Breeders and pet shops shall maintain a separate record of each animal sold
containing the breed, sex, color, and identifying marks of the animal; all OCVIs
and medical records for each animal; the name and address of the purchaser; and
the number of the microchip implanted in the animal. If the disposition of the
animal is not through sale, the records shall indicate the type and date of
disposition, including the name and address of any subsequent owner, if one
exists.
4. If a dog or cat dies while in the possession of a breeder or pet shop, the breeder or
pet shop shall secure the services of a licensed veterinarian to determine the cause
of death or suspected cause of death. The veterinarian shall document the date of
death and known or suspected cause of death on an OCVI.
5. Records indicating the disposition of all animals shall be forwarded to animal
services on a quarterly basis.
6. All records as described herein shall be kept for a period of two years.
7. All records shall be made available to the inspecting officer upon request.
D. Disclosures
1. At the time of sale, breeders and pet shops must provide the purchaser with:
a. A copy of the complete record pertaining to the individual animal as
described above;
b. Literature to be provided by animal services outlining the provisions of the
Collier County Animal Control Ordinance; and
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C. A copy of F. S. 828.29, Dogs and cats transported or offered for sale;
health requirements; consumer guarantee.
2. The above information must be provided to prospective purchasers upon request.
E. Pet Lemon Law
All breeders and pet shops must comply with any applicable provisions of F. S.
828.29 Dogs and cats transported or offered for sale; health requirements;
consumer guarantee. Where any conflict exists between these standards and this
section, the more restrictive shall apply.
2. This section does not in any way limit the rights or remedies that are otherwise
available to a consumer under any other law.
F. Exemptions
Animal services, humane societies, and 501(c)3 rescue organizations shall be exempt
from the provisions of this section.
SECTION SEVEN: Penalties.
Failure to abide by this Ordinance may result in penalties as set forth in Section Thirteen
of the Collier County Animal Control Ordinance or denial, revocation, or suspension of an
entity's County- issued license as provided in Section Twelve of the Collier County Animal
Control Ordinance. Anyone who receives a citation, has been denied a permit or whose permit
has been revoked or suspended may appeal this action in a court of competent jurisdiction within
thirty calendar days from the date of notice.
SECTION EIGHT: Conflict and Severability.
In the event this Ordinance conflicts with any other ordinance of Collier County or other
applicable law, the more restrictive shall apply. If any phrase or portion of the Ordinance is held
invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a
separate, distinct and independent provision and such holding shall not affect the validity of the
remaining portion.
SECTION NINE: Inclusion in the Code of Law and Ordinances.
The provisions of this Ordinance shall become and be made a part of the Code of Laws
and Ordinances of Collier County, Florida. The sections of the Ordinance may be renumbered or
relettered to accomplish such, and the word "ordinance" may be changed to "section," "article,"
or any other appropriate word.
SECTION NINE: Effective Date.
This Ordinance shall be effective by November 1, 2013.
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PASSED AND DULY ADOPTED by the Board of County Commissioners of Collier
County, Florida, this day of 92013.
ATTEST:
DWIGHT E. BROCK, Clerk
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, Deputy Clerk
Approved as to form and legal'
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Emily R. Pepin, Assistant County Attorney
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA
By:
GEORGIA A. HILLER, ESQ.
CHAIRWOMAN
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Acct #061999
September 10, 2013
Attn: Legals
Naples News Media Group
1100 Immokalee Road
Naples, Florida 34110
Re: Standard of Care for Animals Ordinance
Dear Legals:
Please advertise the above referenced notice on Friday, September 13, 2013, and
kindly send the Affidavit of Publication, in duplicate, together with charges
involved, to this office.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
Teresa Cannon,
Deputy Clerk
P.O. #4500140233
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NOTICE OF INTENT TO CONSIDER ORDINANCE
Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, September 24, 2013, in the
Boardroom, 3rd Floor, Administration Building, Collier County
Government Center, 3299 East Tamiami Trail, Naples, Florida, the
Board of County Commissioners will consider the enactment of a County
Ordinance. The meeting will commence at 9:00 A.M. The title of the
proposed Ordinance is as follows:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIER
COUNTY, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING STANDARDS OF CARE FOR ANIMAL -
RELATED BUSINESSES, ANIMAL- RELATED ORGANIZATIONS, COMMERCIAL
BREEDERS, NON - COMMERCIAL BREEDERS, AND RODEOS IN COLLIER COUNTY;
PROVIDING FOR PENALTIES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND SEVERABILITY;
PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE CODE OF LAWS AND ORDINANCES; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
Copies of the proposed Ordinance are on file with the Clerk to the
Board and are available for inspection. All interested parties are
invited to attend and be heard.
NOTE: All persons wishing to speak on any agenda item must register
with the County administrator prior to presentation of the agenda item
to be addressed. Individual speakers will be limited to 3 minutes on
any item. The selection of an individual to speak on behalf of an
organization or group is encouraged. If recognized by the Chairman, a
spokesperson for a group or organization may be allotted 10 minutes to
speak on an item.
Persons wishing to have written or graphic materials included in the
Board agenda packets must submit said material a minimum of 3 weeks
prior to the respective public hearing. In any case, written
materials intended to be considered by the Board shall be submitted to
the appropriate County staff a minimum of seven days prior to the
public hearing. All material used in presentations before the Board
will become a permanent part of the record.
Any person who decides to appeal a decision of the Board will need a
record of the proceedings pertaining thereto and therefore, may need
to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which
record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is
based.
If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in
order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost
to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact the
Collier County Facilities Management Department, located at 3335
Tamiami Trail East, Suite 4101, Building W, Naples, Florida 34112,
(239) 252 -8380. Assisted listening devices for the hearing impaired
are available in the County Commissioners' Office.
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA
GEORGIA A. HILLER, ESQ, CHAIRWOMAN
DWIGHT E. BROCK, CLERK
By: Teresa Cannon, Deputy Clerk
(SEAL)
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Teresa L. Cannon
To: Legals NDN (legals @naplesnews.com)
Subject: Standard of Care for Animals Ordinance
Attachments: Standard of Care for Animals Ordinance.doc; Standard of Care for Animals
Ordinance.doc
Lega Is,
Please advertise the attached legal ad on Friday, September 13, 2013. Thanks
Teresa L. Cannon, BR Clerk III
Minutes and Records Department
239 -252 -8411
239 - 252 -8408 fax
Teresa.Cannon@collierclerk.com
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Teresa L. Cannon
From: CarrollKellie <KellieCarroll @colliergov.net>
Sent: Tuesday, September 10, 2013 12:10 PM
To: Teresa L. Cannon
Subject: FW: 10 -day ad to run 9/13 for the 9/24/13 BCC Meeting
Teresa,
That PO is closed. I have a new one in progress. I'll send you the PO # as soon as it is available.
Kellie Carroll
Administrative Assistant
Domestic Animal Services
7610 Davis Boulevard
Naples, FL 34104
(239) 252 -6950
KellieCarroll @colliergov.net
From: NeetVirginia
Sent: Tuesday, September 10, 2013 10:37 AM
To: CarrollKellie; TownsenclAmanda
Cc: PepinEmily
Subject: FW: 10 -day ad to run 9/13 for the 9/24/13 BCC Meeting
Please confirm the P.O. for Teresa.
Thank you!
Dinny
Virginia A. Neet, FRP
Office of the Collier County Attorney
Telephone (239) 252 -8066 - Fax (239) 252 -6600
Under (=':oriva Law, e -rn aii addresses are pubic records. if you do not want your e..,rraii address re r-ased in response to a public !ec ords rer�u ;st: csa r1ot Seri:'
ei"";tr € >nic mail to i`a s emits. in.ste<ad, contact this office by telephone or in writing,
From: Teresa L. Cannon [ma ilto: Teresa .Can non (acollierclerk.com] On Behalf Of Minutes and Records
Sent: Tuesday, September 10, 2013 10:34 AM
To: NeetVirginia
Subject: RE: 10 -day ad to run 9/13 for the 9/24/13 BCC Meeting
We need the P.O. Number not the account string number. Last time they used 4500140233, is that still good to use.
Teresa L. Fannon, BMR Clerk TTT
Minutes and Records Department
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Teresa L. Cannon
From: Polidora, Carol < cpolidora @naplesnews.com>
Sent: Tuesday, September 10, 2013 2:49 PM
To: Teresa L. Cannon
Subject: Ad Confirmation
Attachments: UAS9E03 jpg
Hi Teresa,
Please provide approval ASAP for publication on 09.13.13. Deadline is tomorrow morning (Wed., 09.11) at 9:OOam.
Thanks!
Carol
Carol Polidora Legal Advertising Specialist Naples Daily News 1100 Immokalee Road Naples, FL 34110
O: (239) 263 -4871 1 Fax: (239) 325 -1251 1 cpolidora @naplesnews.com
naplesnews.com I ndnadvertising.com
Read. Learn. Share.
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Thank you for placing your ad.
Date
09/10/13
Publication
NDN
Account Number
603744
Ad Number
2000704
Total Ad Cost
$254.22
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NOTICE OF INTENT TO CONSIDER ORDINANCE 17G
Not ce is hereby given that on Tuesd, September 24, 2013, 1- n the Soardrom, o 3rd
Floor, Administration Building, Collier County Go-vernmun'nt Center, 3299 East
Tam-lami Trail, Naples, Florida,, the Board Of County Commissioners will consider the
enactment of a County Ordinance. The meeting will commence at 9:00 A.M. The
title of the proposed Ordinance is as follvvs:
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NOTE: All persons wishing to speak on any agenda item Must register with the
Cour�tt administuator rior to presentation Of the agenda item To be addressed.
he
Indivi up sp6akers v6flbe limited to 3 minutes on any i tem. T selection of an
individual to eak on behalf of an organization or croup is encouraged. If
sp
recognized by "he Chairman, a spokesperson for a group or organization may be
allotted 10 minutes to speak on an item.
Persons wishing to have written or graphic materials included in the Board agenda
packets must submit said material a minunum of 3 weeks prior to the respective
nZ,d ublic hearing. In any case, written ma-terials intended to be considered by the
N shall be submitted to the appropriate County Staff 'a Minimum of seven days
prior to the public- hearing. All material used in presentations before the Board
Will b@CoMe r,M
a peL
. anent part of the record.
Any person who decides to appeal A derisfors of the Board -vivill need a record of the
proceedings pertaining thereto and therefore, may need to ensure that a verbatim
record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and
evidence upon which the appeal is based.
............ 0 71;
BOARD OF COUN TY COMMISSIONER,
O A A
GEORGIA A. HILLER, ESQ, CHAIRWOMAN
iber 112013 No.2000704
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Teresa L. Cannon
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Looks good, ok to run.
Teresa L. Cannon, BMR Clerk III
Minutes and Records Department
239 - 252 -8411
239 - 252 -8408 fax
Teresa.Cannon @collierclerk.com
Teresa L. Cannon
Tuesday, September 10, 2013 2:52 PM
'Polidora, Carol'
RE: Ad Confirmation
- - - -- Original Message---- -
From: Polidora, Carol [mailto :cpolidora @naplesnews.comj
Sent: Tuesday, September 10, 2013 2:49 PM
To: Teresa L. Cannon
Subject: Ad Confirmation
Hi Teresa,
Please provide approval ASAP for publication on 09.13.13. Deadline is tomorrow morning (Wed., 09.11) at 9:OOam.
Thanks!
Carol
Carol Polidora Legal Advertising Specialist Naples Daily News 1100 Immokalee Road Naples, FL 34110
O: (239) 263 -4871 1 Fax: (239) 325 -1251 1 cpolidora @naplesnews.com
naplesnews.com I ndnadvertising.com
Read. Learn. Share.
How may we help you? Call us at (239) 213 -6000
Thank you for placing your ad.
Date 09/10/13
Publication NDN
Account Number 603744
Ad Number 2000704
Total Ad Cost $254.22
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Teresa L. Cannon
From:
Neet, Virginia
Sent:
Tuesday, September 10, 2013 2:59 PM
To:
Teresa L. Cannon
Subject:
FW: Ad Confirmation
Good decision!!!
Virginia A. Neet, FRP
Office of the Collier County Attorney
Telephone (239) 252 -8066 - Fax (239) 252 -6600
Under Florida Law, e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a
public records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by telephone or in writing.
- - - -- Original Message---- -
From: PepinEmily
Sent: Tuesday, September 10, 2013 2:58 PM
To: NeetVirginia
Subject: RE: Ad Confirmation
Approved.
Emily R. Pepin
Assistant County Attorney
(239) 252 -8400
- - - -- Original Message---- -
From: NeetVirginia
Sent: Tuesday, September 10, 2013 2:56 PM
To: PepinEmily
Subject: FW: Ad Confirmation
Title matches the ordinance.
Dinny
Virginia A. Neet, FRP
Office of the Collier County Attorney
Telephone (239) 252 -8066 - Fax (239) 252 -6600
Under Florida Law, e-mail addresses are public records. If you do not want your e-mail address released in response to a
public records request, do not send electronic mail to this entity. Instead, contact this office by telephone or in writing.
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- - - -- Original Message---- -
From: Teresa L. Cannon [ mailto: Teresa.Cannon @collierclerk.com]
Sent: Tuesday, September 10, 2013 2:52 PM
To: NeetVirginia
Subject: FW: Ad Confirmation
Here is the proof, I had to ok it since it is so late. But it looks ok.
Teresa L. Cannon, BMR Clerk III
Minutes and Records Department
239 - 252 -8411
239 - 252 -8408 fax
Teresa.Cannon @collierclerk.com
- - - -- Original Message---- -
From: Polidora, Carol [ mailto :cpolidora @naplesnews.com]
Sent: Tuesday, September 10, 2013 2:49 PM
To: Teresa L. Cannon
Subject: Ad Confirmation
Hi Teresa,
Please provide approval ASAP for publication on 09.13.13. Deadline is tomorrow morning (Wed., 09.11) at 9:OOam.
Thanks!
Carol
Carol Polidora Legal Advertising Specialist Naples Daily News 1100 Immokalee Road Naples, FL 34110
0: (239) 263 -4871 1 Fax: (239) 325 -1251 1 cpolidora @naplesnews.com
naplesnews.com I ndnadvertising.com
Read. Learn. Share.
How may we help you? Call us at (239) 213 -6000
Thank you for placing your ad.
Date 09/10/13
Publication NDN
Account Number 603744
Ad Number 2000704
Total Ad Cost $254.22
z
Teresa L. Cannon
From: CarrollKellie < KellieCarroll @colliergov.net>
Sent: Wednesday, September 11, 2013 8:43 AM
To: PepinEmily; Teresa L. Cannon; Neet, Virginia
Cc: Townsend, Amanda
Subject: RE: 10 -day ad to run 9/13 for the 9/24/13 BCC Meeting
Attachments: Request for Legal Advertising.pdf
Attached is the request for legal advertising with the PO number: 4500145420.
Kellie Carroll
Administrative Assistant
Domestic Animal Services
7610 Davis Boulevard
Naples, FL 34104
(239) 252 -6950
KellieCarroll @colliergov.net
From: PepinEmily
Sent: Tuesday, September 10, 2013 3:49 PM
To: Teresa L. Cannon; NeetVirginia
Cc: CarrollKellie; TownsendAmanda
Subject: FW: 10 -day ad to run 9/13 for the 9/24/13 BCC Meeting
FYI. See below.
Emily 12. Pepin
:assistant County Attorney
(239) 252 -8400
From: CarrollKellie
Sent: Tuesday, September 10, 2013 3:39 PM
To: PepinEmily; TownsendAmanda
Subject: RE: 10 -day ad to run 9/13 for the 9/24/13 BCC Meeting
No, that PO is closed. I will send out the new PO # as soon as it is available.
Kellie Carroll
Administrative Assistant
Domestic Animal Services
7610 Davis Boulevard
Naples, FL 34104
(239) 252 -6950
KellieCarroll @colliergov.net
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Teresa L. Cannon
From:
Polidora, Carol <cpolidora @naplesnews.com>
Sent:
Wednesday, September 11, 2013 10:01 AM
To:
Teresa L. Cannon
Subject:
RE: Ad #2000704 (Standard of Care for Animals Ord)
Done!
From: Teresa L. Cannon [mailto: Teresa . Cannon (�)colIierclerk.com]
Sent: Wednesday, September 11, 2013 8:45 AM
To: Polidora, Carol
Subject: Ad #2000704 (Standard of Care for Animals Ord)
Hi Carol,
I need to change to Po >o number that was given for this ad, the one sent has been closed. The new PO is #4500145420.
Thanks
Teresa L. Cannon, BR Clerk III
Minutes and Records Department
239- 252 -8411
239 - 252 -8408 fax
Teresa.Cannon@collierclerk.com
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NOTICE OF INTENT TO CONSIDER ORDINANCE
Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, September 24, 2013, in the Boardroom, 3rd
Floor, Administration Building, Collier County Government Center, 3299 East
Tamiami Trail, Naples; Florida, the Board of County Commissioners will consider the
enactment of a County Ordinance. The meeting will commence at 9:00 A.M. The
title of the proposed Ordinance is as follows:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIER
COUNTY, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING STANDARDS OF CARE FOR ANIMAL- RELATED
BUSINESSES, ANIMAL - RELATED ' ORGANIZATIONS, COMMERCIAL BREEDERS,
NON - COMMERCIAL BREEDERS, AND RODEOS IN COLLIER COUNTY; PROVIDING FOR
PENALTIES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR
INCLUSION IN THE CODE OF LAWS AND ORDINANCES; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
Copies of the proposed Ordinance are on file with the Clerk to the Board and are
available for inspection. All. interested parties are invited to attend and'be heard.
NOTE: All persons wishing to speak on any agenda item must register with the
County administrator Prior to presentation of the agenda item to be addressed.
Individual speakers will be limited to 3 minutes on any item. The selection of an
individual to speak on behalf of an organization or group is encouraged. If
recognized by the Chairman, a spokesperson for a group or organization may be
allotted 10 minutes to speak on an item.
Persons wishing to have written or graphic materials included in the Board agenda
packets must submit said material a minimum of 3 weeks prior to the respective
public hearing. In any case, written materials intended to be considered by the
Board shall be submitted to the appropriate County staff a minimum of seven days
prior to the public hearing. All material used in presentations before the Board
will become a permanent part of the record.
Any person who decides to appeal a decision of the Board will need a record of the
proceedings pertaining thereto and therefore, may need to ensure that a verbatim
record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and
evidence upon which the appeal is based.
If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to
participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision
of certain assistance. Please contact the Collier County Facilities Management
Department, located at 3335 Tamiami Trail East, Suite #101, Building W, Naples,
Florida 34112, (239) 252 -8380. Assisted listening devices for the hearing impaired
are available in the County Commissionem' Office.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA
GEORGIA A. HILLER, ESO, CHAIRWOMAN
DWIGHT E. BROCK, CLERK
By: Teresa Cannon, Deputy Clerk
(SEAL)
Sent __ ner 13 2013 No_ 5QW704
NAPLES DAILY NEWS
Published Daily
Naples, FL 34110
Affidavit of Publication
State of Florida
Counties of Collier and Lee
Before the undersigned they serve as the authority, personally
appeared Linda Sentz, who on oath says that she serves as
Account Executive of the Naples Daily News, a daily
newspaper published at Naples, in Collier County, Florida;
distributed in Collier and Lee counties of Florida; that the
attached copy of the advertising, being a
PUBLIC NOTICE
in the matter of PUBLIC NOTICE
was published in said newspaper 1 time in the issue
on September 13, 2013.
ec nR M99TINA Nn *icy c
NOTICE OF INTENT TO CONSIDER ORDINANCE
Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, September 24, 2013, in the Boardroom, 3rd
Floor, Administration Building, Collier County Government Center, 3299 East
Tamiami Trail, Naples, Florida, the Board of County Commissioners will consider the
enactment of a County Ordinance. The meeting will commence at 9:00 A.M. The
title of the proposed Ordinance is as follows:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIER
COUNTY, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING STANDARDS OF CARE FOR ANIMAL - RELATED
BUSINESSES, ANIMAL - RELATED ORGANIZATIONS, COMMERCIAL BREEDERS,
NON - COMMERCIAL BREEDERS, AND RODEOS IN COLLIER COUNTY; PROVIDING FOR
PENALTIES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR
INCLUSION IN THE CODE OF LAWS AND ORDINANCES; AND PROVIDING FOR AN
EFFECTIVE DATE.
Copies of the proposed Ordinance are on file with the Clerk to the Board and are
available for inspection. All interested parties are invited to attend and be heard.
NOTE: All persons wishing to speak on any agenda item must register with the
County administrator prior to presentation of the agenda item to be addressed.
Individual speakers will be limited to 3 minutes on any item. The selection of an
individual to speak on behalf of an organization or group is encouraged. If
recognized by the Chairman, a spokesperson for a group or organization may be
allotted 10 minutes to speak on an item.
Persons wishing to have written or graphic materials included in the Board .agenda
packets must submit said material a minimum of 3 weeks prior to the respective
public hearing. In any case, written materials intended to be considered by the
Board shall be submitted to the appropriate County staff a minimum of seven days
prior to the public hearing. All material used in presentations before the Board
will become a permanent part of the record.
Any person who decides to appeal a decision of the Board will need a record of the
proceedings pertaining thereto and therefore, may need to ensure that a verbatim
record of the proceedings is.made, which record includes the testimony and
evidence upon which the appeal is based.
If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to
participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision
of certain assistance. Please contact the Collier County Facilities Management
Department, located at 3335 Tamiami Trail East, Suite #101, Building W, Naples,
Florida 34112, (239) 252 -8380. Assisted listening devices for the hearing impaired
are available in the County Commissioners' Office.
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA
GEORGIA A. HILLER, ESQ, CHAIRWOMAN
DWIGHT E. BROCK, CLERK
By: Teresa Cannon, Deputy Clerk
r
(SEAL) No. 2000704
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Affiant further says that the said Naples Daily News is a newspaper
published at Naples, in said Collier County, Florida, and that the said
newspaper has heretofore been continuously published in said Collier
County, Florida; distributed in Collier and Lee counties of Florida,
each day and has been entered as second class mail matter at the post
office in Naples, in said Collier County, Florida, for a period of one
year next preceding the first publication of the attached copy of
advertisement; and affiant further says that he has neither paid nor
promised any person, firm or corporation any discount, rebate,
commission or refund for the purpose of securing this advertisement for
publicat#n in the said newspaper.
(Signature of affiant)
Sworn to and subscribed before me
Thi, 29th day of Oct r, 2013
(Signature of notary public)
t� CAROL POLIDORA
MY COMMISSION # EE 851758
"-' EXPIRES: November 28, 2014
od F°�4 Bonded Thru PIchard Insurance Agency
ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS CHECKLIST & ROUTING SLIP
TO ACCOMPANY ALL ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS SENT TO 17 G
THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OFFICE FOR SIGNATURE
Print on pink paper. Attach to original document. The completed routing slip and original documents are to be forwarded to the County Attorney Office
at the time the item is placed on the agenda. All completed routing slips and original documents must be received in the County Attorney Office no later
than Monday preceding the Board meeting.
*. *NEW *,* rROUTING SLIP
Complete routing lines #1 through #2 as appropriate for additional signatures, dates, and/or information needed. If the document is already complete with the
exception of the Chairman's signature, draw a line through routing lines #1 through #2, complete the checklist, and forward to the County Attorney Office.
Route to Addressees (List in routing order)
Office
Initials
Date
L
appropriate.
(Initial)
Applicable)
2.
9/24/13 V
Agenda Item Number
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3. County Attorney Office
County Attorney Office
ERP
9/24/13
4. BCC Office
Board of County
Commissioners
C-1 V\
One
5. Minutes and Records
Clerk of Court's Office
Documents Attached
PRIMARY CONTACT INFORMATION
Normally the primary contact is the person who created/prepared the Executive Summary. Primary contact information is needed in the event one of the
addressees above. may need to contact staff for additional or missing information.
Name of Primary Staff
Amanda ownsend, DAS
Phone Number
252 -6948
Contact / Department
appropriate.
(Initial)
Applicable)
Agenda Date Item was
9/24/13 V
Agenda Item Number
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Approved by the BCC
Does the document need to be sent to another agency for additional signatures? If yes,
ERP
Type of Document
Ordinance establishing Standards of Care
Number of Original
One
Attached
Original document has been signed/initialed for legal sufficiency. (All documents to be
Documents Attached
PO number or account
N/A
number if document is
by the Office of the County Attorney.
to be recorded
All handwritten strike- through and revisions have been initialed by the County Attorney's
ERP
INSTRUCTIONS & CHECKLIST
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Initial the Yes column or mark "N /A" in the Not Applicable column, whichever is
Yes
N/A (Not
appropriate.
(Initial)
Applicable)
1.
Does the document require the chairman's original signature?
ERP
2.
Does the document need to be sent to another agency for additional signatures? If yes,
ERP
provide the Contact Information (Name; Agency; Address; Phone) on an attached sheet.
3.
Original document has been signed/initialed for legal sufficiency. (All documents to be
ERP
signed by the Chairman, with the exception of most letters, must be reviewed and signed
by the Office of the County Attorney.
4.
All handwritten strike- through and revisions have been initialed by the County Attorney's
ERP
Office and all other parties except the BCC Chairman and the Clerk to the Board
5.
The Chairman's signature line date has been entered as the date of BCC approval of the
ERP
document or the fmal negotiated contract date whichever is applicable.
6.
"Sign here" tabs are placed on the appropriate pages indicating where the Chairman's
ERP
signature and initials are required.
7.
In most cases (some contracts are an exception), the original document and this routing slip
ERP
should be provided to the County Attorney Office at the ti a the item is input into SIRE.
Some documents are time sensitive and require forwardin to Tallahassee within a certain
time frame or the BCC's actions are nullified. Be aware f your deadlines!
8.
The document was approved by the BCC on 9/24/13 and all changes made during the
ERP
meeting have been incorporated in the attached document. The County Attorney's
Office has reviewed the changes, if applicable.
9.
Initials of attorney verifying that the attached document is the version approved by the
BCC, all changes directed by the BCC have been made, and the document is ready for the
Chairman's signature.
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ORDINANCE NO. 2013 - 5 5
AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF
COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA, ESTABLISHING STANDARDS OF
CARE FOR ANIMAL - RELATED BUSINESSES, ANIMAL - RELATED
ORGANIZATIONS, COMMERCIAL BREEDERS, NON - COMMERCIAL
BREEDERS, AND RODEOS IN COLLIER COUNTY; PROVIDING FOR
PENALTIES; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICT AND SEVERABILITY;
PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE CODE OF LAWS AND
ORDINANCES; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, on May 14, 2013, the Board of County Commissioners (Board) adopted
Ordinance No. 2013 -33, the Collier County Animal Control Ordinance, with the intent of
ensuring compliance with local and State animal - related laws, returning strays to their owners
and promoting the adoption of homeless animals to new families, and to work toward ending the
community problem of pet overpopulation; and
WHEREAS, Section Twelve of the Collier County Animal Control Ordinance provides
that the Director of Animal Services "is hereby granted authority to recommend Standards of
Care for animal - related businesses, animal - related organizations, commercial breeders, non-
commercial breeders, and rodeos for approval by the Board of County Commissioners. Standards
of Care shall be approved by ordinance of the Board and then codified in the Collier County
Administrative Code;" and
WHEREAS, the Director of Animal Services has recommended that the Board establish
the Standards of Care for animal - related businesses, animal - related organizations, commercial
breeders, non - commercial breeders, and rodeos in Collier County as set forth in this Ordinance,
which recommendations are approved by the Board.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIER COUNTY THAT:
SECTION ONE: Purpose of Ordinance.
The purpose of this Ordinance is to create the Standards of Care authorized by Section
Twelve of the Collier County Animal Control Ordinance. This Ordinance is expressly limited to
animal - related businesses, animal - related organizations, commercial breeders, non - commercial
breeders, and rodeos and is to be read in conjunction with the Collier County Animal Control
Ordinance.
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SECTION TWO: General Standards of Care.
Anyone who owns or maintains an animal- related business, animal - related organization,
commercial breeder, non - commercial breeder, or rodeo must provide that animal:
1. Freedom from hunger or thirst by ready access to fresh water and a diet to
maintain full health and vigor;
2. Freedom from discomfort by providing an appropriate environment including
shelter and a comfortable resting area;
3. Freedom from pain, injury or disease by prevention or rapid diagnosis and
treatment;
4. Freedom to express normal behavior by providing sufficient space, proper
facilities and company of the animal's own kind; and
5. Freedom from fear and distress by ensuring conditions and treatment which avoid
mental suffering.
SECTION THREE: Proper Animal Husbandry.
Anyone who owns or maintains an animal - related business, animal- related organization,
commercial breeder, non - commercial breeder, or rodeo must exercise proper Animal Husbandry,
which includes the following practices:
1. Animal enclosures must be safe, sanitary, dry, and must protect the animals from
the elements.
2. Animal enclosures shall be large enough for each animal contained therein to
stand up, sit down, lie down, and turn around simultaneously.
3. Where an enclosure is used sequentially for more than one animal during the
course of a day, the enclosure will be cleaned, sanitized and dried between each
animal.
4. Airline -type containers normally used for shipping and transporting animals shall
not be used to permanently house animals.
5. Where animals are incompatible, they shall be contained separately in appropriate
enclosures.
6. Housing facilities for animals must be clean and sufficiently ventilated at all times
when animals are present to provide for their health, comfort and well- being.
7. Housing facilities for animals must be sufficiently heated and cooled when
necessary to protect the animals from cold and hot temperatures and to provide
for their health, comfort and well- being.
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8. Premises where animals are housed shall have sufficient lighting and provide a
diurnal lighting cycle, by either natural or artificial light, corresponding to the
natural period of daylight and night. If artificial light is provided, it must emulate
natural light.
9. Premises where animals are housed shall be clean, orderly and free of garbage,
toxic substances, unused food, standing water, sharp objects, litter or refuse.
10. Garbage shall be kept in garbage cans with properly fitting lids and disposed of
regularly.
11. Bodies of dead animals must be disposed of according to applicable county and
state regulations, policies and laws.
12. Food shall be stored in such a way as to prevent contamination by rodents, pests
and moisture. Food storage containers shall be clearly and properly labeled as to
contents.
13. Any poisonous plants growing in or near where herbivorous animals are being
housed should be removed.
14. All chemicals, pesticides, cleaning solutions and disinfectants shall be stored and
used in accordance with manufacturers' instructions, properly labeled as to
content and kept away from contact with animals and animal food.
15. All animal feces shall be removed and disposed of properly. Livestock manure
which has been removed from animal enclosures shall be maintained the
maximum feasible distance from animal housing. Animal feces shall not be
allowed to contaminate surrounding waters.
16. Food dishes and water bowls shall be cleaned daily.
17. When communal feeding containers are used, there shall be sufficient space to
feed all the animals simultaneously.
18. Animals shall be provided with food of sufficient quantity and quality to allow for
normal growth and maintenance of a healthy body weight.
19. Fresh water shall be available to all animals daily and shall be maintained in a
container in such a manner that animals cannot turn the container over.
20. Food and water shall be fresh, appropriate for the animal, and free from
contamination.
21. Animals must be given exercise appropriate for their species, breed, and size.
22. The responsible party must follow veterinary instructions for any sick or injured
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animal. Proof of adequate, timely veterinary care and follow -up must be provided
to animal services upon request.
23. Animals having a known or suspected communicable animal -to -human disease
shall be maintained in isolation where they cannot directly or indirectly come into
contact with any other animals or the public. Applicable county and state health
regulations must be followed when caring for any animal harboring an animal -to-
human disease.
24. Any animal that cannot stand on its own or that has a life threatening disease must
be hospitalized, housed under the direction of a licensed veterinarian or humanely
euthanized in accordance with F.S. 828.058.
25. Animals shall not be worked in a sick, diseased or injured condition.
26. Animals shall not be abused, mistreated, tormented or in any manner made to
suffer by any person or any means.
27. Any enclosure used as a primary means of confinement for a dog must meet the
definition of proper enclosure as defined in the Collier County Animal Control
Ordinance.
28. Cats must be provided access to a receptacle containing sufficient clean litter to
contain excreta and body wastes.
29. Cats must be provided solid resting surface(s) that are sufficient to hold all cats at
the same time comfortably.
30. Livestock normally maintained in outdoor areas must have access to shelter that
provides protection from the direct rays of the sun and the direct effect of wind
and rain and is of sufficient size and /or number to provide enough space for each
animal to comfortably stand up, sit down, lie down and turn around in the shelter
simultaneously.
31. Livestock shall have access to dry ground at all times.
32. Livestock shall be provided access to an appropriately fenced open area for
routine exercise.
33. Livestock must be securely confined and not permitted to run at large.
34. Livestock shall not be left unattended while tethered.
35. Equine and ovine shall have hooves trimmed so as to prevent lameness and
extreme overgrowth.
36. Equine must have documentation by a licensed veterinarian certifying that the
equine has been tested for Equine Infectious Anemia (Coggins test) within the
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preceding twelve -month period.
37. Animals other than those specifically enumerated herein shall be cared for
pursuant to general guidelines and accepted animal husbandry standards for each
species.
SECTION FOUR: Regulations for Animal - Related Businesses and Organizations.
A. Posting of Permit
Each animal - related business and organization will prominently display a current, valid
county animal services- issued operational permit.
B. Safety
1. Each animal - related business or organization which accepts privately owned
animals into its custody shall report to animal services any obvious case of
neglect or animal abuse pursuant to the Collier County Animal Control
Ordinance, these Standards, or Florida Statutes Ch. 828, "Cruelty to Animals."
Animal services' phone number shall be posted in a prominent location.
2. Each animal- related business or organization will post emergency contact
information in a prominent place visible from the exterior of the main entrance to
the premises. If an animal- related organization is located in a premises used
primarily as a residence, this contact information does not need to be prominently
posted, but must be kept current and on file with animal services, the local law
enforcement entity, and the local fire department. This contact shall be available
at all hours in case of emergencies or other enforcement - related matters.
3. Each animal- related business or organization shall have a written disaster plan to
address both immediate and noticed evacuation of all animals in case of an
emergency. This plan shall be posted in a prominent location.
4. Each animal - related business or organization shall have a working telephone
available at all times in case of an emergency. The name of the establishment's
veterinarian and the veterinarian's phone number shall be posted in a prominent
location.
5. Each animal- related business or organization shall provide for adequate rodent
and insect control.
C. Records
1. Each animal - related business or organization shall keep records on all animals
currently under its care. These records shall be maintained on each animal
individually.
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2. The information in these records shall include but not be limited to rabies
vaccination, all other inoculations and prescription or medical treatments
administered.
3. Where the animal- related business or organization has a duty to care for, but not a
right of ownership in the animal, records shall also include the owner's name,
address, emergency telephone number, owner's proof of identification, and name
and telephone number of owner's veterinarian. In addition, a medical release must
be obtained from the owner or his designee for each animal and shall become part
of the animal's record so that emergency treatment can be given if the animal
shows signs of illness or is injured while in the care and custody of the animal -
related entity. Exceptions to this provision may be made on a case -by -case basis
when due to extenuating circumstances it is in the best interest of the animal for
the animal owner to remain anonymous.
4. Where the animal - related business or organization has a right of ownership in the
animal, records shall indicate where the animal was obtained.
5. A copy of a current (within the previous twelve months) negative Coggins test
(equine infectious anemia) shall be on record for each equine (except nursing
foals). No equine shall be accepted for board unless a current (within the past
twelve months) negative Coggins test record is produced by the owner.
6. All records as described herein shall be kept for a period of two years.
7. All records shall be made available to the inspecting officer upon request.
D. Groomers
1. Clippers, combs, brushes and any other equipment shall be sanitized after each
animal grooming.
2. Animals shall not be left unattended while tethered to grooming stations.
3. Clean, separate drying towels shall be used for each individual animal groomed.
4. Tepid water must be used for the purpose of washing dogs and cats. Cold water is
not acceptable.
5. Grooming bathtubs shall be sanitized after each animal grooming. Grooming
bathtubs shall be maintained free of mold and mildew.
6. Clippers, dryers, combs, brushes and any other grooming equipment shall be
maintained in good repair so that they are appropriate for the intended safe use per
the manufacturers' or suppliers' instructions.
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E. Long -term Nonresidential (Institutional) Housing of Dogs
1. Dogs maintained in a nonresidential setting for a period longer than three months
shall be afforded protective measures. The responsible party shall notify animal
services regarding all dogs maintained in a nonresidential setting for longer than
three months and shall comply with the following requirements:
a. A veterinarian will examine the animal once every six months. Dogs not
maintained on a heartworm preventative program shall be given an occult
heartworm test and started on preventative or treated for same.
b. A professional behaviorist or trainer will evaluate the animal once every
three months and recommend a behavioral enrichment program.
C. The dog will receive a minimum of fifty minutes of play, interaction,
grooming and /or training each week or the care stipulated by the
recommended behavioral enrichment program, whichever is more
stringent. Dogs with medical conditions prohibiting play or training
sessions shall be excluded from this requirement upon written certification
of the medical condition by a licensed veterinarian.
d. Records shall be kept evidencing compliance with the above.
SECTION FIVE: Regulations for Rodeos.
A. Posting of Permit
The operator of a rodeo will prominently display a current, valid county animal services -
issued operational permit.
B. Safety
1. The operator of a rodeo shall report to animal services any obvious case of neglect
or animal abuse pursuant to the Collier County Animal Control Ordinance, these
Standards, or Florida Statutes Ch. 828, "Cruelty to Animals." Animal services'
phone number shall be posted in a prominent location.
2. The operator of a rodeo event shall meet all fire safety requirements in accordance
with the local fire and zoning regulations.
3. The operator of a rodeo shall have a written emergency plan to address, as is
necessary, inclement weather, veterinary medical emergencies, attendee safety,
and crowd control. This plan shall be posted in a prominent location.
C. Public Awareness
The operator of a rodeo event shall make available to attendees literature to be provided
by animal services outlining the provisions of the Collier County Animal Control Ordinance.
D. Rodeo Regulations
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The operator of a rodeo shall provide animal services with:
a. A diagram of the arena, showing location of the chutes, catch chutes, and
pens; a list of all proposed events and acts; and a copy of the rules and
regulations which will govern the conduct of the contestants and events;
b. The name and contact information of a veterinarian who will be available
for all shows; and
C. Evidence of testing for infectious equine anemia within the previous
immediate twelve (12) months, with negative results for all equine.
2. The operator of a rodeo shall ensure that:
a. A licensed veterinarian shall be available for all shows,
b. An ambulance and medical attendants shall be available on the grounds
for emergency purposes,
C. Any tack, equipment, device, substance or material that is injurious or
could cause unnecessary cruelty is prohibited,
d. All stock is strong, healthy, and physically sound in order to perform in
the assigned events,
e. Chutes are so constructed as to prevent injury to the stock, and that the
arena is free of rocks, holes, and all obstacles which could cause injury to
animals or contestants,
f. All flank straps and equipment is removed from stock in catch chutes as
soon as possible and that injured animals remain in the catch chute until
examined and released by the attending veterinarian, and
g. Rowels on spurs of all contestants are short, dull, and free to revolve.
SECTION SIX: Regulations for Breeders and Pet Shops.
A. Permit Notification
1. The appropriate permit number shall be provided on all advertisements and
promotions concerning the sale or give -away of an animal.
2. The appropriate permit number shall be provided to all persons who buy or accept
ownership of an animal.
B. Requirements for Sale of Dogs and Cats
1. Dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens acquired for resale must be examined by a
licensed veterinarian within five business days of physical acquisition.
2. Dogs, cats, puppies, and kittens offered for sale must be at least eight weeks of
age.
3. Dogs, cats, puppies and kittens offered for sale must be accompanied by an
Official Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (OCVI).
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4. The OCVI must contain the following information:
a. The date of the examination by the examining veterinarian
b. The examining veterinarian's license number
C. The examining veterinarian's signature
d. The age, breed, sex, color, and any distinguishing marks of the animal
e. The health record of the animal
f. Any tests performed and their results, and any vaccinations or other
treatments administered, including vaccine type, lot number, expiration
date, and date of administration, including those not specifically
enumerated below
g. A statement that the examining veterinarian warrants, to the best of his
knowledge, that the dog or cat has no sign of contagious or infectious
diseases and has no evidence of internal or external parasites, including
coccidiosis and ear mites, but excluding fleas and ticks
h. A statement concerning whether or not the examining veterinarian has
detected any physical abnormalities in the dog or cat including but not
limited to a heart murmur, and umbilical hernia, entropian, and inguinal
hernia, and cryptorchidism
5. The OCVI must document that the following inoculations, tests, and treatments
have been administered, unless the veterinarian certifies on the OCVI that to
inoculate or deworm the animal is not in the best medical interest of the animal, in
which case the vaccine or anthelmintic may not be administered to that particular
animal:
a. For dogs or puppies:
i. Vaccination against canine distemper, leptospirosis, bordetella,
parainfluenza, hepatitis, and canine parvovirus. A rabies
inoculation must be provided for any dog over three months of age.
ii. Diagnostic tests to detect the following internal parasites:
hookworms, roundworms, whipworms, tapeworms, coccidia and
giardia. Heartworm detection must occur for dogs six months of
age or older. Appropriate treatment for all positive findings must
be documented.
b. For cats or kittens:
i. Vaccination against panleukopenia, feline viral rhino tracheitis,
and calici virus. A rabies inoculation must be provided for any cat
over three months of age.
ii. Diagnostic tests to detect the following internal parasites:
hookworms, roundworms, tapeworms and coccidia. Appropriate
treatment for all positive findings must be documented.
iii. Diagnostic test to detect Feline Leukemia with the result listed on
the OCVI.
6. If the animal is less than four months of age, the tests, vaccines, and anthelmintics
required above must be administered no more than twenty -one days before sale
within the county. If the animal is four months of age or older, the tests, vaccines,
and anthelmintics required above must be administered at or after three months of
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age, but no more than one year before sale within the county.
7. The sale of the dog, cat, puppy, or kitten shall take place no more than thirty days
after the OCVI has been issued.
8. If a dog, cat, puppy, or kitten is not sold within thirty days of the issuance of the
OCVI, then a new examination and OCVI must be obtained.
9. All dogs, cats, puppies and kittens offered for sale must be implanted with a
microchip.
C. Records
1. Breeders shall maintain records of each litter of puppies and kittens born. Such
records shall include the date of birth, number of puppies and litters born, and the
license tag number of each parent.
2. Pet shops shall maintain records of each animal acquired for sale. Such records
shall include the name and address of the source of the animal, the animal's date
of birth, and date the animal was received.
3. Breeders and pet shops shall maintain a separate record of each animal sold
containing the breed, sex, color, and identifying marks of the animal; all OCVIs
and medical records for each animal; the name and address of the purchaser; and
the number of the microchip implanted in the animal. If the disposition of the
animal is not through sale, the records shall indicate the type and date of
disposition, including the name and address of any subsequent owner, if one
exists.
4. If a dog or cat dies while in the possession of a breeder or pet shop, the breeder or
pet shop shall secure the services of a licensed veterinarian to determine the cause
of death or suspected cause of death. The veterinarian shall document the date of
death and known or suspected cause of death on an OCVI.
5. Records indicating the disposition of all animals shall be forwarded to animal
services on a quarterly basis.
6. All records as described herein shall be kept for a period of two years.
7. All records shall be made available to the inspecting officer upon request.
D. Disclosures
1. At the time of sale, breeders and pet shops must provide the purchaser with:
a. A copy of the complete record pertaining to the individual animal as
described above;
b. Literature to be provided by animal services outlining the provisions of the
Collier County Animal Control Ordinance; and
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C. A copy of F. S. 828.29, Dogs and cats transported or offered for sale;
health requirements; consumer guarantee.
2. The above information must be provided to prospective purchasers upon request.
E. Pet Lemon Law
1. All breeders and pet shops must comply with any applicable provisions of F. S.
828.29 Dogs and cats transported or offered for sale; health requirements;
consumer guarantee. Where any conflict exists between these standards and this
section, the more restrictive shall apply.
2. This section does not in any way limit the rights or remedies that are otherwise
available to a consumer under any other law.
F. Exemptions
Animal services, humane societies, and 501(c)3 rescue organizations shall be exempt
from the provisions of this section.
SECTION SEVEN: Penalties.
Failure to abide by this Ordinance may result in penalties as set forth in Section Thirteen
of the Collier County Animal Control Ordinance or denial, revocation, or suspension of an
entity's County- issued license as provided in Section Twelve of the Collier County Animal
Control Ordinance. Anyone who receives a citation, has been denied a permit or whose permit
has been revoked or suspended may appeal this action in a court of competent jurisdiction within
thirty calendar days from the date of notice.
SECTION EIGHT: Conflict and Severability.
In the event this Ordinance conflicts with any other ordinance of Collier County or other
applicable law, the more restrictive shall apply. If any phrase or portion of the Ordinance is held
invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a
separate, distinct and independent provision and such holding shall not affect the validity of the
remaining portion.
SECTION NINE: Inclusion in the Code of Law and Ordinances.
The provisions of this Ordinance shall become and be made a part of the Code of Laws
and Ordinances of Collier County, Florida. The sections of the Ordinance may be renumbered or
relettered to accomplish such, and the word "ordinance" may be changed to "section," "article,"
or any other appropriate word.
SECTION NINE: Effective Date.
This Ordinance shall be effective by November 1, 2013.
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PASSED AND DULY ADOPTED by the Board of County Commissioners of Collier
County, Florida, this 2A,\ day of 2013.
ATTEST:' ; d' BOARD CO TY CO MISSIONERS
DWIGH -P BROCk,Clerk COLLI C UN Y, F� O IDA
By: I.l�
Attest as #o.Chairi i - 1J
signature
Approved as to form and legal'
Emily R. P n, Assi ant County Attorney
By:� \
GEORGIA
CHAIkWC
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STATE OF FLORIDA)
COUNTY OF COLLIER)
I, DWIGHT E. BROCK, Clerk of Courts in and for the
Twentieth Judicial Circuit, Collier County, Florida, do
hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct
copy of:
ORDINANCE 2013 -55
which was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners
on the 24th day of September, 2013, during Regular Session.
WITNESS my hand and the official seal of the Board of
County Commissioners of Collier County, Florida, this 30th
day of September, 2013.
DWIGHT E. BROCK
Clerk of Courts and „C1.�erk
Ex- officio to R64i .'ef...r'
County Commiss ner'9 ,
By: Martha Vergar�,o
Deputy Clerk �' ""