Animal Control 2023
T he mission of the Animal Control Division is to protect the safety of the public and balance the welfare of the animal population. We strive to educate our citizens and promote responsible animal ownership through compassionate care, and effective enforcement of City Ordinance and State Law. The Animal Control Staff includes two (2) full - time Officers and one (1) part - time Officer. They are compassionate and dedicated employees concerned with containment of diseases and the professional enforcement of state and local laws. In the Fiscal Year 2022/2023, Animal Control responded to over 2,646 calls, consisting of abandoned/neglected animals, animal bites, animal nuisances, barking/noise, deceased animals, injured animals, loose/stray animals, rabies vaccinations, snake sightings, too many animals trap services, and vicious animals. Animal Control Staff also assists in public awareness and education programs that include information on the types of vaccination requirements, neglected and abused animals, education on unsanitary conditions, stray and/or abandoned animals, ownership limitation requirements and wildlife and livestock issues. The Animal Control Officers also investigate animal bites, and have various certifications such as Bite Stick and Chemical Capture, Euthanasia and Advanced Animal Control.
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