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At the meeting a commissioner said the letters raise valid points and that staff should be made aware; the commission agreed to forward the letters to staff and to consider the matter under new business at a future meeting. One commissioner said the letters were dated July and the commission was “a little behind.”

Why it matters: Public comment by letter triggers staff review and may lead to future agenda items if commissioners request staff research or policy proposals. Commissioners did not take formal action on the dog-park letters at this meeting.

Next steps
Commissioners asked that staff be notified before the end of the meeting and suggested staff should follow up with the letter writers; one commissioner said she would contact a writer who included a phone number.

Ending
No vote was taken; the item will be routed to staff for follow-up and may be scheduled under new business later.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Animal Control Commission Meeting - 08-14-2025","oneSentenceSummary","Members acknowledged five letters raising concerns about a proposed dog park and agreed to make staff aware; commissioners suggested the matter be addressed in new business so staff can follow up.","taxTitle","Porterville, Tulare County, California","taxId",3952,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6482658,"Porterville police lieutenant introduces himself as animal-services on-the-ground contact; captain remains division commander",134,2092000,2226000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5588948-d713a35db920397ac83d1c7545d9d8e0&start=2092&end=2226","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5588948-d713a35db920397ac83d1c7545d9d8e0/thumbnail_2092000.jpg","/articles/6482658/Porterville/Tulare-County/California/Porterville-police-lieutenant-introduces-himself-as-animal-services-on-the-ground-contact-captain-remains-division-commander","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6482658-972aa0f5a6eaf4338819c1b98f1b7b57/orig.mp4?Expires=1770562064&Signature=hICvgR7kG~iRgG0~JvaIuVcYNKMYiH0Qy3MwpXDpT4EKUdKKC1M~ff8fpH4xjxM2jlZ3WH6~KiBoFaQ7auUcvlNDF-DDcvvqvAmBfOgaAJYI1RTYBasHNtxGk0cHHs29W171cLZ~NNDmF3mNQyiPa895gF5raaTbyvVAk9ZKhgBb0033iXkbEnF0--S3seud6Qf1IDJ6bgK0em67-6UHNDz3FBuUPVkiCGVd9kYYGNUt~iuxsIMC8zXfq5rShCIxslax7nb0GW2e7Hdg9E6kF1mcM4nPg0Hm3c7dpzZviBdY1b~4i6kkdBoYOYnWxytxoDOaQfEBgVB4hYZReZYtiQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Lieutenant Bruce Sokloff of the Porterville Police Department told the commission he is rotating to a day shift and that animal-services duties are among his collateral assignments. Sokloff said he will make the shelter visits and attend commission meetings as the department’s visible on-the-ground contact, and that he reports to Captain Ron Moore, the division commander.

Why it matters: Commissioners asked for clarity about who supervises the shelter so the public and commission know whom to contact about operational and enforcement matters. Sokloff said he may rotate again on Oct. 1 but has asked to remain on schools and animal-control projects to complete ongoing work.

Details from the meeting
Sokloff explained the police department rotates lieutenants among shifts and that rotation can change every three months. He told commissioners: “I will be the boots on the ground that actually makes the visits to the shelter that comes to the commission meetings, and then I report back to him,” referring to Captain Moore. Commissioners asked that staff maintain a stable contact; the commission was advised to use Stephanie (staff) as a constant point of contact for routine requests.

Ending
The commission noted the staffing change and asked that contact information for the department liaison be made available to the commission and public in future materials.","Lieutenant Bruce Sokloff told the commission he is handling day-shift animal-services collateral duties and will be the visible on-site contact while Captain Ron Moore remains the division commander supervising the unit.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6482663,"Commission discusses digital recordkeeping for spay/neuter vouchers and options for rescue cats",75,1768000,1843000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5588948-d713a35db920397ac83d1c7545d9d8e0&start=1768&end=1843","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5588948-d713a35db920397ac83d1c7545d9d8e0/thumbnail_1768000.jpg","/articles/6482663/Porterville/Tulare-County/California/Commission-discusses-digital-recordkeeping-for-spayneuter-vouchers-and-options-for-rescue-cats","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6482663-6e4fc3949963f1388ffc1669473d0b25/orig.mp4?Expires=1770562064&Signature=cOjYDfCmTCllQUu1t6euV8O-4mmsEdm7TkIFS~2NbMqfTH4SgJ5mgkOgaqNHCWXkm0y0W8m~3fonel0b6vi3iYh81czXEc91XnYzVzOLyg5mdEG7B7TlJwXvXbz7bno4SBe33AWAxkAw1NTuUgp9743ohIcmBH34HL6Wyv6iaDKl8Jn4AAmozCJjr3JdEWBShW26FRpD783Ae6pwlZ4-ZfC7cDdGpDcF7svM4KC3rce9~kyYBDDWThT5JlJ4rYlLxVyvrPjEvueRRilmruXstaorGEXTadn2D50P4xrzku3nLQG4pEeAMDPJjgpMcRnsbt~Wf~6WxsNaBzJn48C2Ow__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Commissioners discussed possible technology and policy changes for the city’s spay/neuter voucher program and considered rules for accepting cats brought in by local rescue groups.

The issue in brief: Commissioners said the current paper-based system for spay/neuter vouchers is vulnerable to loss or damage; one commissioner proposed a city-maintained electronic record (tablet or small device) so the city could verify voucher use. Commissioners also discussed residency verification — for example, requiring ID at voucher redemption to ensure Porterville residents receive city-funded vouchers.

Why it matters: Commissioners said vouchers are a city-supported cost-control mechanism and that a reliable verification and audit trail would prevent misuse and help the city account for funds.

Discussion and constraints
Commissioners raised practical constraints: limited shelter space and the administrative burden of vetting animals received from outside rescues. One commissioner proposed accepting cats from local rescue groups when those animals already are spayed/neutered and vaccinated, but staff cautioned that intake would need veterinary screening to avoid placing sick animals into adoption areas.

On cat cages, a commissioner said the quarantine cages are too small for full-grown cats and suggested creating interior openings between adjacent cages so cats can access larger combined space; staff said they would inspect the cages during the next shelter visit and that any change might become a future budget item.

No formal policy or ordinance was adopted. Commissioners asked staff to explore electronic voucher options, residency verification methods, and the feasibility of limited acceptance of rescue cats subject to health and space screening.

Ending
Staff will report back to the commission with options on recordkeeping devices for the spay/neuter program, residency-verification procedures and any budget implications for modifying cat housing.","Members proposed a computerized tracking system for the spay/neuter clinic vouchers, discussed residency verification, and debated whether to accept cats from local rescues into the shelter given space and vetting limits.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6482667,"Porterville commission recognizes new shelter manager and highlights quarterly placement numbers",59,1154000,1213000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5588948-d713a35db920397ac83d1c7545d9d8e0&start=1154&end=1213","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5588948-d713a35db920397ac83d1c7545d9d8e0/thumbnail_1154000.jpg","/articles/6482667/Porterville/Tulare-County/California/Porterville-commission-recognizes-new-shelter-manager-and-highlights-quarterly-placement-numbers","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6482667-760e1705a19d7377f3c58f006fd015a8/orig.mp4?Expires=1770562064&Signature=VIdQ6FXDrTZcKFh-jeqvaQUZZ0y5EZhQFNsGkFC813lfq7I2mieoQK76WifyzxfPLn2T~BGNlln1cM-02Qahj7MrBQbMuozfFs2r2JWvQWGLGlMMtPDMk5ZcVGyVfuD5hW7NP1ZrZcDPWknSP43fD4VFlEDm3L1hsWFCw-T6EkLLd~bh6g9T8eNJE1agIx69Uz4yE1Wz9DPcIr-Y7La9ZuJemFlzoRAZ4kVpRErMzt47m25KQOiMrz2P4rTyy1l4oTUBtnFVfnWcX~KJDo30JO-pZNTrB39OV8PVo5PxX2jCslt~k1O7m01d90hYm1Rp37BH270a1q7IFymaZBhD3g__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Porterville Animal Services Commission on Wednesday recognized a newly installed shelter manager and reviewed quarterly shelter statistics showing high placement rates and rising public visits.

Commissioners and staff said Mike (shelter manager) became effective Sept. 1 and has been stepping into the role after an internal selection process. Michael (city staff) told the commission that the city had many applicants and that the chosen candidate stood out from the pool; Michael said the city was “very confident that we made the right decision.”

Why it matters: Commissioners framed the staffing change alongside the report as evidence the shelter is rebuilding its public reputation. During the quarter the commission recorded 404 animals picked up, 155 rescued, 53 adopted and 58 returned to owners. Commissioners noted those numbers as a basis for public-relations outreach to highlight staff success.

Commission discussion and details
Commissioners praised shelter staff for outreach and compassion when responding to injury and deceased-animal calls. One commissioner suggested using quarterly statistics and staff photos in local media to highlight the shelter’s “high success rate.” Michael said the shelter averaged about 188 visitors a month during April–June (217 in April, 154 in May and 195 in June) and described that as a notable increase compared with the prior facility.

Commissioners also recognized the leadership and teamwork observed under the new manager. A commissioner who said she had worked with Mike on animal issues described him as “professional,” “compassionate” and proactive in engaging people who may be responsible for animals’ care.

No formal policy changes were adopted during the discussion. Commissioners asked staff to continue monitoring metrics and suggested packaging highlights for media and public outreach. The commission did not set a specific deadline for that outreach.

Ending
Commissioners left the item with congratulations for the new shelter manager and direction to staff to keep tracking intake, placements and public visitation as part of ongoing reporting to the commission.","The Porterville Animal Services Commission acknowledged the shelter’s newly recognized manager and reviewed quarterly intake and placement statistics, praising staff performance and discussing visitation increases at the new facility.","actionData","errors"]

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