DASAC Minutes 10/16/2012 October 16,2012
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF COLLIER COUNTY
DOMESTIC ANIMAL SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE
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Naples, Florida, October 16, 2012
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LET IT BE REMEMBERED, that the Collier County Domestic Animal
Services Advisory Committee in and for the County of Collier, having
conducted business herein, met on this date at 6:30 PM in REGULAR
SESSION at Domestic Animal Services Training Room, Davis Blvd., East
Naples, Florida, with the following members present:
Fiala CHAIRMAN: Marcia Breithaupt (excused)
✓ VICE CHAIRMAN: Marjorie Bloom L'r -) Sgt. David Estes
=L i Cindy Harrold
Tom Kepp, Jr. (excused)
'ryCi ' Dan Martin
ALSO PRESENT: Amanda Townsend, Director, DAS
Kathlene Drew, Volunteer Coordinator, DAS
Dan Christenbury. Public Relations Coordinator. DAS
Elam Guevara, Administrative Assistant, DAS
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I. Call to Order
Vice Chairman Marjorie Bloom called the meeting to order at 6:32 P.M.
II. Attendance:
Attendance was taken and a quorum established.
Close to 25 members of the public were also in attendance
III. Approval of Agenda:
Dan Martin moved to approve the agenda Second by Cindy Harrold Carried
unanimously,4-0.
IV. Approval of Minutes:
A. DASAB:June 19,July 10, September 18,2012,Oct. 4
June 19,2012: Amending the corrections to the May 15,2012 minutes:
(1)Item IV is to read"Pg 2",not pg.3; and(2) "Marjorie Bloom moved to
approve the minutes of"May 15,2012",not May 17, 2012.
Cindy Harrold moved to approve the.lane 19,2012 minutes,as amended.
Second by Marjorie Bloom. Carried unanimously, 4-0
July 10,2012: Sgt David Estes moved to approve the minutes of July 10,
2012,as presented Second by Cindy Harrold Carried unanimously,4-0.
September 18,2012: Sgt.David Estes moved to approve the minutes of
September 18,2012,as presented Second by Cindy Harrold Carried
unanimously,4-0.
October 4,2012: Sgt.David Estes moved to approve the minutes of
October 4,2012,as presented Second by Cindy Harrold Carried
unanimously,4-0.
B. Sub-committee: January 24,May 31,June 11, June 18,June 26,July 2,
July3,2012
Vice Chairman,Marjorie Bloom turned the meeting over to Dan Martin,
Chairman of the Ordinance Revision Sub-committee.
(Sub-committee members: Dan Martin,Tom Kepp and Cindy Harrold)
Sub-committee Chairman Dan Martin reviewed copies of all minutes by
the Sub-committee and the DASAB. There were no corrections or additions.
Cindy Harrold moved to approve the minutes of the DAS Ordinance
Revision Sub-committee,as presented for the following dates:January 24,
May 31,June 11,June 26,July 2 and July 3,2012. Second by Dan Martin.
Carried unanimously,4-0.
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V. Directors Report
Amanda Townsend reported the DAS shelter had been extremely busy last
month. She was serving as the shelter operations manager while the search for a
new shelter manger continues. She welcomed the input and caring shown by the
members of the public who continuously attend and contribute thoughts and ideas
to the DASAB as well as to DAS.
Kathlene Drew noted the season had arrived,the calendar was filling up with
events and Northern volunteers were returning.
Amanda announced October is Adopt a Dog Month
Dan Christenbury explained the promotion for that event will feature photo
sessions for adoptees and their adopted dog through the generous donation of
services by photographer, Sara Timmons.
Amanda Townsend also commended Sara for her many services in photographing
shelter animals to be featured in the media.
VI. Old Business
A. Process for revising Standards of Care
Amanda Townsend spoke about the various processes possible for revising the
Standards of Care Document. She noted the community and DASAB were
uncomfortable with the original presentation, acknowledging it needed work.
How to go about it to achieve the right mix to get the job done was requested of
the DASAB. She asked for a timeline and explained how the Sub-committee had
proceeded with the revision;going line by line to come to a consensus.
Dan Martin suggested public meetings and publicity in newsprint and online.
Following a brief discussion, it was determined to conduct public meetings with
open, on-topic discussion to include the whole DASAB. Informal structure would
be set up with the Chairman for conducting the meetings. Amanda inquired of the
audience members their preference for day or evening meetings. She also
requested an end of meeting time to be set at 8PM.
The first meeting will be Tuesday, October 23,2012 from 6:00PM to 8:00PM.
B. Immokalee sheltering committee
Discussed was the goal of the DAS and the Imrnokalee Sheltering Committee to
build an easily accessible to the public,full service shelter operation in Immokalee.
(Marjorie Bloom, Dan Martin and Marcia Breithaupt comprise that committee.)
Amanda Townsend reviewed what the current shelter does and what it could do
with a new facility. She spoke about some General Fund finances that cover repair
and replacement items;and,funding sources that could come from public/private
partnerships and possibly from impact fees. Pre-packaged architectural plans were
mentioned as one money-saving option. She stressed a major community support
would be needed to accomplish the project.
Comments were made that the County holds many acres of land in the area. The
population of that part of the County would be increasing in the future;and, with
the town of Ave Maria and the proposed town of Big Cypress,the need would exist.
A five to seven acre parcel would suffice.
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Amanda suggested the Sub-committee meet at least quarterly. They agreed to meet
at DAS on Tuesday, October 23,2012 from 4:00PM to 5:00 PM.
VII. New Business:
A. Department tagline
Amanda Townsend announced the topic was part of the Department's
marketing initiative used to promote DAS and its services. She gave a brief
history of the various taglines used in the past. Some options were suggested to
use in brochures,advertising items and on wraps for the new vans. Her
preference would be one that would reflect other services, besides adoptions,
DAS provides.
The three taglines used to date were:
• DAS says"License,""Leash,"and"Love"your pets! —(prior to 2005)
• Growing Families One Pet at a Time—(2005 to the present)
• Creating a Community of Responsible Pet Owners—(Proposed)
• Compliance,Compassion,Community—(Proposed)
Dan Martin moved to retain the current logo. There was no second.
Marjorie Bloom suggested soliciting the public to submit a tagline on Facebook.
Sgt.David Estes noted it was more of a motto than a logo.
B. ACO van graphics
Amanda Townsend stated the above item A. dovetailed into item B and they
could be discussed together. With the purchase of the new vans, it logically
followed to utilize them as`rolling billboards"to get the message out promoting
Domestic Animal Services. Management had requested the graphics and logo be
publicly vetted before moving forward.
Dan Christenbury stated the wraps would cost about$1,000 for each van.
Dan Martin suggested moving forward,completing one van at a time.
Sgt.David Estes asked for soliciting graphic ideas and more logo/motto ideas
from the public. Officer friendly logos were his suggestion.
Marjorie Bloom moved to put the request for graphic decal wraps and
motto/logo suggestions out on Facebook to get public opinions. Second by Dan
Martin. Carried unanimously,4-0.
C. Assistance Dog Training Exemption(Dan Martin)
Dan Martin asked that Assistant Dog Trainers be exempt the same as service
dog trainers.
Amanda Townsend responded she could revise the fee policy wording to include
Assistant Dog Trainers in the exemption.
VIII. Public Comment
Michele Antonia commented:
(1) Graphics on the vans and literature should reflect the ethnic nature of Collier County.
(2) She would offer help regarding the Immokalee Shelter committee and Standards
of Care meetings.
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Heidi Liebwein reported she had filed a claim of abuse and asked for an
investigation in March. The case was closed in May and the animal died in June.
She made the following points:
• Making an appointment for home visit investigations gives the abuser
time to make everything look alright.
• An animal's attitude should be a sign to ACO's of cause for concern.
• Education to families that animals are part of the family and are to be
treated as such.
• Each species had different needs and should be treated differently-ACO
should be trained to recognize those differences. (She gave examples.)
• If basic care cannot be afforded,multiple animals should not be allowed.
• Surprise visits after original visit were needed to assure compliance.
• All elementary schools provided with education in animal husbandry.
She hoped her concerns would be addressed.
Response:Dan Martin suggested she obtain a copy of the Ordinance's
Standards of Care; look it over and get in touch with him. He will be sure issues
are brought up at their meetings.
Colleen MacAlister in reference to the taglines, suggested getting a group of
middle school children together,for a contest and having the BCC issue a
proclamation or certificate of some kind for the winner.
She also spoke about Service Dog trainers that train for several levels of service;
and,the concern they may have with the kenneling aspect in the Ordinance. She
noted there were multiple certifying agencies for trainers;and,the intent of the
Ordinance was not to shut down trainers who breed for training. She added,the
Ordinance intent should be to comply,not confuse.
Patty Teutet and Lynda Lategano spoke as representatives of all the DAS
volunteers, many of whom were present. They presented a list of 21 collective
thoughts and suggestions they believed would make life better for the dogs. The
items were well thought out and will be reviewed by the DASAB,who thanked
the volunteers for their dedication and commitment.
Gisela Rowley stated it was good to see the volunteers at the meeting to voice
their concerns. She inquired about applicants for an onsite veterinarian.
Amanda responded the position had been advertised several times. However, no
qualified candidates had applied, to date.
IX. Advisory Board Members Comments
Dan Martin brought up the issue of the statement,not approved by Sub-
committee, regarding the County Court section. He stated the County Attorney
inserted the wording after the Sub-committee voted it down, and the change was
not approved by the Sub-committee. He asked what version will be presented to
the BCC.
Amanda Townsend responded staff will submit the Ordinance in the Executive
Summary with the Advisory Board's recommendations.
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She said that State Statutes stipulates the County manager makes
recommendation to the BCC and she will defer to the County Manager.
Sgt.David Estes reminded the DASAB that it only makes recommendations.
Dan Martin argued that the recommendation were to the BCC,not the County
Manager.
Amanda Townsend reiterated her position and stated the BCC will hear both
recommendations and opinions.
Dan Martin asked about putting family pictures, with their newly adopted dogs,
posted on Facebook.
Dan Christenbury will put together a flyer for the adoption package.
Marjorie Bloom asked about the status of the shade structures.
Amanda Townsend responded the project was now in the hands of the
contractor.
To questions about the Donation Trust Fund,Amanda responded a donation
letter will go out for the holidays. The Trust Fund balance will be reported at
the next meeting.
Amanda and Marjorie thanked the volunteers for bringing issues to DAS
attention. She noted the deadline for any Ordinance changes was Friday. It's
reviewed by several entities and goes before the BCC on Nov. 13,2012.
The next scheduled meeting of the DAS Advisory Board is November 20,2012.
There being no further business for the good of the County,the meeting was
adjourned by the order of the Chair at 8:15 PM.
COLLIER COUNTY DOMESTIC ANIMAL SERVICES
Vice Chai .I an,Marjorie B oom
These minutes approved by Board/Committee on 11/20(12- as presented / or
as amended .
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