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Council approves amendment to veterinary supplies contract; public and council press for clear plan for mobile spay/neuter clinics
Summary
The council approved an amendment increasing the veterinary supplies contract not‑to‑exceed amount and extending the term; public commenters and council members asked for a firm timeline and accounting for the San Manuel mobile veterinary clinic spay/neuter commitments.
The council approved an amendment to the city’s goods‑purchase agreement with Midwest Veterinary Supply to increase the not‑to‑exceed amount and extend the contract; council discussion and public comment focused on timelines and service commitments related to the city’s San Manuel‑funded mobile veterinary clinic.
Staff said the current contract stems from an RFP issued in 2021 for pharmaceutical and veterinary supplies; a local respondent (Victor Medical of Irvine) was acquired by Midwest Veterinary Supply, and Midwest is a common national vendor for animal‑welfare supplies. Council member Ortiz asked whether an RFP had been used and staff confirmed the 2021 procurement and the acquisition that led to Midwest becoming the vendor.
Public commenters, including Lydia Savala and Sharon Negrete, urged the city to move from ‘‘hoping’’ to a firm schedule for public spay/neuter clinics using the mobile veterinary unit funded by a San Manuel restricted grant. They cited the city’s grant obligation (San Manuel grant to fund spay/neuter and mobile clinic services) and asked for a clear accounting and timeline. Staff replied that the department is working with per‑diem (contract) veterinarians and must confirm liability and costs for public clinics; staff said they were seeking to offer public spay/neuter clinics beginning in the fall and that kennel deliveries were expected in late July as a target.
Council member Ortiz moved approval of the contract amendment; Council member Sanchez seconded. Council approved the item (vote recorded as unanimous). Council and members of the public requested an itemized accounting of how funds will be used, a timeline for public clinics, and clarification that San Manuel grant obligations will be fulfilled.
Why it matters: the mobile clinic equipment (and the vendor contract) ties to a San Manuel grant that requires spay/neuter capacity for the public; community advocates and NAC representatives urged prompt action and transparent reporting.
