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Board approves updated animal bite order and policy; staff to remind partners on reporting
Summary
The board approved an updated county animal bite order and policy that clarifies statutory follow-up and document housing; staff will email partners and reminders to improve timely reporting.
Martha Olson (director) reviewed the county's animal bite order form and accompanying policy, saying the county is statutorily required to follow up on animal bites and that the presented packet included minor logistical updates and a new housing location for the form. She asked the board to approve the documents.
The chair moved to approve, a member seconded, and the board approved the policy by voice vote. Olson said she would send an email reminder to partners to fax bite orders promptly and discussed operational issues raised by the sheriff about digital submissions and consistent receipt of forms. The sheriff recommended a stable routing address (a dedicated email or group mailbox) to avoid problems when staff change.
