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Everman considers overhaul of animal-control code, adds animal-control officer
Summary
City staff presented proposed ordinances to update animal-control regulations and fees, including microchipping and an adoption voucher program; staff also swore in a new animal control officer and said the animal-shelter advisory committee supports the changes.
The Everman City Council discussed proposed ordinances to modernize the city's animal-control code and to add municipal animal-services fees during its Jan. 14 meeting, while staff ceremonially swore in a newly hired animal control officer.
City staff introduced Melinda "Mindy" Henry with a swearing-in ceremony; Henry was sworn as an Animal Control Officer for the City of Everman. Staff said the hire brings the department to full staffing and provides additional experience for response and investigations.
City staff then reviewed two related draft ordinances (Ordinance No. 826…
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