Animal Task Force

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Purpose: There shall be an animal task force on animal issues whose duty it shall be to advise the mayor and council on the establishment of appropriate practices and policies regarding animals and the safety of the public. (CMC: Sec. 701-60)

Number of Appointments: 10-12 members appointed by the mayor and approved by council

Term Length: 2-year terms

Speccial Requirements: Each member shall serve without compensation and shall be residents of the city. There shall be at least one member engaged in each of the following fields: animal behaviorist, veterinarian, business management, animal rescue or humane shelter, county dog warden, experienced animal law attorney, member of the city solicitor's office or the Hamilton County prosecuting attorney's office, representative from a local social services organization, and public relations/media representative. The chief of police or his designee shall serve as a permanent member. Any additional members shall be selected from the community at large.