Broward County Commission Regular Meeting
Director's Name: Henry A. Sniezek
Department: Environmental Protection Division: Animal Care & Adoption
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Requested Action
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MOTION TO DIRECT County Attorney to draft an Ordinance amending Chapter 4 of the Broward County Code of Ordinances, “Dogs and Cats,” clarifying citationable action regarding late rabies registration tags, and providing general updating amendments concerning the process for denial, revocation, or suspension of breeder permits and related appeals.
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Why Action is Necessary
Pursuant to Section 18.5(e) of the Broward County Administrative Code, the subject matter of a proposed Ordinance must be considered by the Board prior to the drafting of the proposed Ordinance.
What Action Accomplishes
Provides required direction to the Office of the County Attorney.
Is this Action Goal Related
No
Previous Action Taken
None
Summary Explanation/Background
THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AND GROWTH MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT AND THE ANIMAL CARE AND ADOPTION DIVISION RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THE ABOVE MOTION.
This item provides direction to the Office of the County Attorney to draft amendments to Chapter 4 of the Broward County Code of Ordinances, "Dogs and Cats." The proposed amendments would clarify that dog or cat owners who fail to obtain a rabies registration tag for their dog or cat within the applicable timeframe and that have not already been issued a citation for such a violation shall not be issued a citation upon obtaining a rabies registration tag, and provide general updating amendments concerning the process for denial, revocation, or suspension of breeder permits and related appeals.
Source of Additional Information
Alessandra Medri, Assistant Director, Animal Care and Adoption Division, (954) 357-9755
Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Impact/Cost Summary
None