Legislative Reference:  Resolution No. 90-367, dated June 12, 1990; bylaws reorganized on April 30, 2002, Resolution No. 02-165.

 Membership:  The Board consists of nine members.  Each Supervisor appoints one member, and the Director of Health appoints four members.  The membership should include representatives from the following professions:

 Veterinary profession;
 Educational community;
Agricultural community;
Cities;
Pet owner associations and clubs;
Kennel and pet shop operators and;
Concerned citizens. 

 Ex-officio members shall include:

Chief Animal Control Officer;
 Sheriff;
 District Attorney and;
Agricultural Commissioner or their respective designees;
and representatives of Monterey Superior Court and the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals of Monterey County, Inc.

Terms:  The terms of office of members are 3 years commencing on the first of July, with staggered terms, so that one-third of the members’ terms expire July 1 of each year.

Qualifications & Functions:  The Advisory Board will review and analyze Title 8 of the Monterey County Code (Animal Control); review and evaluate the animal control program needs, services, facilities, and budget; advise and assist in public information and public relations activities of the County Animal Control Program; and report its findings and recommendations to the Board of Supervisors through the Director of Health.

Meeting Date, Time and Place:  The Board shall establish a regular meeting date and time, which shall not be less than quarterly.

Staff Contact:  Kathy Prew  - Health Dept.  (Animal Control Program Mgr)  769-8858