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Consider a memorandum/resolution declaring three vacancies on the Animal Advisory Committee Board and appointing three new members.
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DATE: May 5, 2026
TO: Kent Cagle, City Manager
FROM: Amanda Moore, Director of Animal Services
SUBJECT: Declaring Three Vacancies and Appointing Members to the Animal Advisory Committee
BACKGROUND AND FINDINGS:
The Mayor and City Council make annual appointments to various boards, commissions, and committees each year and throughout the year as vacancies occur.
Section 636 of the Code of Ordinance states the Animal Advisory Committee is composed of at least one (1) licensed veterinarian, one (1) city official, one (1) person whose duties include the daily operations of the city’s animal shelter, one (1) representative from an animal welfare organization and four (4) citizens.
In March 2026, Jaimie Waller (citizen rep.) missed a third consecutive meeting. In April 2026, Raechelle Moffett (citizen rep.) and Brianna Rosales (Animal Welfare Rep.) both missed their third consecutive meeting. Per Section 2-118 of the Code of Ordinances, a vacancy can be declared as three consecutive absences have occurred. Committee Chair Monique Brand has provided a letter the City Manager’s Office recommending removal of the three aforementioned members.
THE ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED:
No other alternatives were considered
Which alternative is recommended? Why?
N/A
CONFORMITY TO CITY POLICY:
Making these appointments conforms to relevant city ordinances and policies.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
What is the amount of the revenue/expenditure in the current fiscal year? For future years?
There is no current or future expenditure with these appointments
Is this a one-time or recurring revenue/expenditure?
N/A
Is this revenue/expenditure budgeted?
N/A
If not, where will the money come from?
N/A
Is there a sufficient amount in the budgeted line-item for this revenue/expenditure?
N/A
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the City Council appoint three applicants to fill the identified vacancies.
DEPARTMENTAL CLEARANCES:
Legal
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
Memorandum
Presentation