Animal Care and Protective Services
This division of 62 employees enforces ordinances pertaining to domestic and companion animals. It investigates animal cruelty and neglect, picks up strays and addresses community concerns regarding animals. It also houses lost and stray animals, prepares pets for adoption and educates the public about proper animal care. Other responsibilities include the oversight of animal licensing and a spay and neuter program for low-income families.
The office conducts dangerous dog hearings and manages rabies control and bite case programs. Its goals for this year are to increase the number of animal adoptions and streamline the licensing process.
2011 Budget:
The Animal Care and Protective Services Division’s budget is $4,503,532.
2010 Budget:
The Animal Care and Protective Services Division’s budget was $4,568,296.
Did You Know?
It is expected that more than 20,000 animals will be received and held at Animal Care and Protective Services in 2011.