§ 6-19. Animal shelter advisory committee.

An advisory committee shall be appointed by city council. Such committee shall meet at least three times per year and its duties shall ensure compliance with the requirements of the V.T.C.A., Health and Safety Code § 823.005. Members shall hold office for staggered terms of two years, or until their successor is appointed; excepting the municipal employees who shall serve at the pleasure of the city. Members may be reappointed. All committee members, except the municipal employees, shall serve without compensation. The members representing the public shall be residents of the city and have resided within the city for 12 consecutive months preceding the appointment. The committee shall select a chair person in two year terms. The committee shall consist of six members and one city council liaison. The following positions shall be filled:

(1)

One municipal official—Department representative supervising animal services.

(2)

One municipal employee—Animal services manager whose duties include the daily supervision and operation of an animal shelter.

(3)

Two representatives of the general public—Citizens of Grapevine.

(4)

One representative—Animal welfare organization.

(5)

One representative—Licensed veterinarian.

(Ord. No. 2018-001, § 2, 11-6-18)