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Wed Oct 1, 2025
LA Animal Control Advisory Task Force
LA Animal Control Task Force to discuss ACO training, facility inspections
The Louisiana Animal Control Advisory Task Force will meet to discuss new member roles, updates on animal control officer training, and facility inspection results. The board will also review facilities that consistently need improvement.
- Update on training for ACOs (animal control officers)
- Update on facility inspections
- Discussion of facilities consistently in need-improvement status
- Comments from board members on duties and improvements for the task force
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LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT of
AGRICULTURE & FORESTRY
MIKE STRAIN, DVM Commissioner
LOUISIANA ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY TASK FORCE
October 01, 2025, 10:00 AM
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY
VETERANS MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM
5825 FLORIDA BLVD, FIRST FLOOR
BATON ROUGE, LA 70806
AGENDA
IL. CALLTO ORDER
Il. ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF A QUORUM
WI. PUBLIC COMMENTS
IV. APPROVAL OF DECEMBER 18, 2024 MINUTES
Vv. NEW BUSINESS
A. Roles and responsibilities of LACATF for new members
B. Update on training for ACOs
C. Update on facility inspections
D. Comments from board members regarding duties and improvements for the task force
VI. OLD BUSINESS
A. Update on facilities that consistently are in a need-improvement status
VII. PUBLIC COMMENTS
VILL = ADJOURNMENT
THIS AGENDA IS TENTATIVE UNTIL 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE BEGINNING OF THESCHEDULED MEETING, AT WHICH TIME THE
MOST RECENT REVISION OF THIS AGENDA BECOMES OFFICIAL. ANY SUBSEQUENT CHANGES TO THIS AGENDA SHALL BE
MADE ONLY BY A UNANIMOUS VOTE OF THECOMMISSION. NOTICE IS HEREBY PROVIDED THAT THE COMMISSION MAY VOTE
TO HOLD AN EXECUTIVE SESSION ON ANY AGENDA OR OTHER DULY APPROVED ITEM THAT IS EXEMPTED FROM DISCUSSION
AT AN OPEN MEETING PURSUANT TOLA. R.S. 42:17. FURTHER, IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT,
PLEASE CONTACT DR. ASHLEY PREJEAN AT (225)925-3961, OR VIA EMAIL AT [email protected], TO ADVISE IF
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Wed Dec 18, 2024
LA Animal Control Advisory Task Force
Animal Control Task Force to discuss shelter pilots and cat sterilization
The Louisiana Animal Control Advisory Task Force will meet to discuss new business and provide updates on training tools. The body is scheduled to select shelters for in-person pilot meetings.
- Selection of shelters for in-person pilot meetings
- Discussion of Fix by Five cat sterilization
- Review of certified staff trained in fear free practices
- Update on ACO training tool by shelter directors
- Approval of letter to public officials
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✓ Decided: Louisiana Animal Control Advisory Task Force approves June 2024 minutes
The task force approved the minutes from the June 26, 2024, meeting. Members discussed animal control officer training, shelter inspections, and concerns regarding the Dixon Correctional Institute.
- Approved June 26, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved final letter from Commissioner Strain for an in-person meeting
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LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE & FORESTRY
MIKE STRAIN DVM
COMMISSIONER
5825 Florida Blvd., Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70806 Telephone: (225) 922-1234 Fax: (225) 922-1253 www.ldaf.state.la.us
Agricultural &
Environmental
Sciences
5825 Florida Blvd.,
Suite 3000
Baton Rouge,
LA 70806
(225) 925-3770
Fax: 925-3760
Agro-Consumer
Services
5825 Florida Blvd.
Suite 5000
Baton Rouge,
LA 70806
(225) 922-1341
Fax: 923-4877
Animal Health
& Food Safety
5825 Florida Blvd.,
Suite 4000
Baton Rouge,
LA 70806
(225) 925-3962
Fax: 925-4103
Forestry
5825 Florida Blvd.
Suite 6000
Baton Rouge,
LA 70806
(225) 925-4500
Fax: 922-1356
Management
& Finance
5825 Florida Blvd.
Suite 1000
Baton Rouge,
LA 70806
(225) 922-1255
Fax: 925-6012
Soil & Water
Conservation
5825 Florida Blvd.
Suite 7000
Baton Rouge,
LA 70806
(225) 922-1269
Fax: 922-2577
AGENDA
IN-PERSON MEETING OF THE
LOUISIANA ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY TASK FORCE
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY
VETERANS MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM
5825 FLORIDA BLVD, FIRST FLOOR
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA 70806
I. OATH OF OFFICE
II. CALL TO ORDER
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV. ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF QUORUM
V. LACATF HISTORY AND PURPOSE FOR NEW MEMBERS
a. Introduce Dr. Daniel Myrick, State Veterinarian
VI. PUBLIC COMMENT
VII. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
VIII. OLD BUSINESS
a. Approval letter to public officials
b. Update on ACO training tool by shelter d …
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MINUTES IN-PERSON MEETING OF THE
LOUISIANA ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY TASK FORCE
DECEMBER 18, 2024 10:00 A.M.
14605885825NOTE: THESE ARE THE MINUTES FROM THE DECEMBER 18, 2024, MEETING OF THE LOUISIANA ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY TASK FORCE. A FINAL VERSION OF THESE MINUTES WILL BE MADE AVAILABLE AFTER APPROVAL OF THE COMMISSION AT ITS NEXT, REGULARLY-SCHEDULED MEETING.
00NOTE: THESE ARE THE MINUTES FROM THE DECEMBER 18, 2024, MEETING OF THE LOUISIANA ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY TASK FORCE. A FINAL VERSION OF THESE MINUTES WILL BE MADE AVAILABLE AFTER APPROVAL OF THE COMMISSION AT ITS NEXT, REGULARLY-SCHEDULED MEETING.
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRYVETERANS’ MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM 5825 FLORIDA BOULEVARD BATON ROUGE, LA 70806
CALL TO ORDER
The hearing was called to order by Dr. Ashley Prejean at 10:00 a.m.
ROLL CALL
The roll was called by Ashley Prejean, D.V.M.
Members present: Robbie Averett, Chalyn Fayard, DVM., Joe Stark, DVM, Chip Fitz, and Shelly Liles Fontenot, DVM.
Members absent: Jena Troxler, DVM, Daniel Myrick DVM
A quorum was present.
Other LDAF employees present: Amy McInnis, General Counsel, Doug Mckean
PUBLIC COMMENTS
No public comments were received at this time.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion: Dr. Fayard made a motion to approve the minutes from the June 26, 2024, meeting with a change made to one of the comments. The motion was seconded by Ms. Averett and passed unanimously.
OLD BUSINESS
Dr. Prejean discussed the current quantifiable numbers (i …
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Wed Jun 26, 2024
LA Animal Control Advisory Task Force
Louisiana Animal Control Advisory Task Force to meet June 26
The Louisiana Animal Control Advisory Task Force will meet to discuss old and new business. The agenda includes discussions on shelter funding, evacuation centers, and educational opportunities for staff.
- ASPCA-funded regional evacuation center
- Statewide educational opportunities for shelter staff
- Out of state rescues that transport pets from LA
- Local government funding recommendations to parish and municipal shelter directors
- TNR post-Ida
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✓ Decided: Task force to refine letters to parish officials to increase pressure on shelters
The task force approved the December 2023 meeting minutes and discussed shelter data, funding allocations, and the lack of oversight for boarding facilities. Members agreed to refine the language of letters sent to parish officials to improve shelter conditions, with the drafts being sent to legal counsel for review.
- Approved December 06, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Decided to refine diction in letters to parish officials to increase pressure on leadership
- Determined that letters to parish officials will be sent to legal for refining
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MIKE STRAIN DVM
ComMISSIONER
AGENDA
IN-PERSON MEETING OF THE
LOUISIANA ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY TASK FORCE
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26, 2024, AT 10:00 A.M.
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY
VETERANS MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM
5825 FLORIDA BLVD, FIRST FLOOR
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA 70806
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MINUTES IN-PERSON MEETING OF THE
LOUISIANA ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY TASK FORCE
JUNE 26, 2024 10:00 A.M.
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRYVETERANS’ MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM 5825 FLORIDA BOULEVARD BATON ROUGE, LA 70806
CALL TO ORDER
The hearing was called to order by Dr. Brent Robbins at 10:10 a.m.
ROLL CALL
The roll was called by Ashley Prejean, D.V.M.
Members present: Robbie Averett; Jena Troxler, D.V.M.; Brent Robbins, D.V.M.; Chalyn Fayard, D.V.M.; and Joe Stark, D.V.M.
Members absent: Chip Fitz and Shelly Liles Fontenot, D.V.M.
A quorum was present.
Other LDAF employees present: Ashley Prejean, D.V.M.; Michelle Ribera, Assistant Commissioner; Amy McInnis, General Counsel
PUBLIC COMMENTS
No public comments were received at this time.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion: Dr. Fayard made a motion to approve the minutes from the December 06, 2023, meeting. The meeting was seconded by Ms. Averett and passed unanimously.
OLD BUSINESS
Dr. Troxler introduced herself as the newest member of the task force.
Dr. Prejean recited a brief history of the task force again for new members.
Dr. Prejean discussed the current quantifiable numbers (i.e. number of open shelters, inspections completed) for the task force.
Dr. Prejean discussed the updates on the ASPCA regional evacuation center with DOC.
Dr. Prejean discussed the educational opportunities for ACOs with potential for CE modules and Dr. Stark mentioned speaking with Dr. Wolfson. Dr. Troxler mentioned that th …
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Wed Dec 6, 2023
LA Animal Control Advisory Task Force
LA Animal Control Advisory Task Force to discuss shelter standards and evacuations
The Louisiana Animal Control Advisory Task Force is meeting to discuss animal shelter facility challenges and inspection reports. The body will also review new business regarding regional evacuation centers and staff education.
- ASPCA-funded regional evacuation center
- ASV Guidelines for Standards of Care in Animal Shelters
- Statewide educational opportunities for shelter staff
- Local government funding recommendations to parish and municipal shelter directors
- Update on ASPCA pet trailer grant
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✓ Decided: Task Force approves enhancement of animal shelter self-assessment guidelines
The Louisiana Animal Control Advisory Task Force approved a motion to enhance current self-assessment guidelines for shelters. Members discussed the potential for a regional pre-storm evacuation center and the need for better training and veterinary support for parish shelters.
- Approved minutes from December 20, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved motion to enhance current self-assessment guidelines (unanimous)
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LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE & FORESTRY
MIKE STRAIN DVM
COMMISSIONER
5825 Florida Blvd., Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70806 Telephone: (225) 922-1234 Fax: (225) 922-1253 www.ldaf.state.la.us
Agricultural &
Environmental
Sciences
5825 Florida Blvd.,
Suite 3000
Baton Rouge,
LA 70806
(225) 925-3770
Fax: 925-3760
Agro-Consumer
Services
5825 Florida Blvd.
Suite 5000
Baton Rouge,
LA 70806
(225) 922-1341
Fax: 923-4877
Animal Health
& Food Safety
5825 Florida Blvd.,
Suite 4000
Baton Rouge,
LA 70806
(225) 925-3962
Fax: 925-4103
Forestry
5825 Florida Blvd.
Suite 6000
Baton Rouge,
LA 70806
(225) 925-4500
Fax: 922-1356
Management
& Finance
5825 Florida Blvd.
Suite 1000
Baton Rouge,
LA 70806
(225) 922-1255
Fax: 925-6012
Soil & Water
Conservation
5825 Florida Blvd.
Suite 7000
Baton Rouge,
LA 70806
(225) 922-1269
Fax: 922-2577
AGENDA
IN-PERSON MEETING OF THE
LOUISIANA ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY TASK FORCE
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 06, 2023, AT 10:00 A.M.
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY
VETERANS MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM
5825 FLORIDA BLVD, FIRST FLOOR
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA 70806
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. ROLL CALL AND DECLARATION OF QUORUM
IV. PUBLIC COMMENT
V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
VI. OLD BUSINESS
a. Common facility challenges
b. Common facility deficiencies
c. Shelter inspection report verbiage
d. Website updates
e. Unregistered facilities
f. Update on ASPCA pet trailer grant
g. Ideas for 2 …
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IN-PERSON MEETING OF THE
LOUISIANA ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY TASK FORCE
DECEMBER 6, 2023, 10:00 A.M.
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRYVETERANS’ MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM 5825 FLORIDA BOULEVARD BATON ROUGE, LA 70806
CALL TO ORDER
The hearing was called to order by Dr. Brent Robbins at 10:00 a.m.
ROLL CALL
The roll was called by Ashley Prejean, D.V.M.
Members present: Robbie Averett; Shelley Fontenot, D.V.M.; Brent Robbins, D.V.M.; Chalyn Fayard, D.V.M.; and Joe Stark, D.V.M.
Members absent: Chip Fitz and Henry Wimberly
A quorum was present.
Other LDAF employees present: Dr. Ashley Prejean, D.V.M.; Michelle Ribera, Assistant Commissioner; Amy McInnis, General Counsel; Todd Parker, Confidential Assistant
PUBLIC COMMENTS
No public comments were received at this time.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion: Dr. Robbins made a motion to approve the minutes from the December 20, 2022, meeting. The meeting was seconded by Dr. Fayard and passed unanimously.
OLD BUSINESS
The Task Force discussed the Spay-Neuter program in response to Hurricane Ida and asked whether any progress had been made. There was mention of looking into the process of that program and to get another one started.
Amy McInnis, General Counsel for LDAF, reminded the task force that it was statutorily formed as an advisory body only and that the task force does not have any enforcement or regulatory authority. The task force does not have any authority in animal cruelty cases. The task force may promulgat …
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Tue Dec 20, 2022
LA Animal Control Advisory Task Force
Animal Control Task Force to discuss facility changes and shelter inspections
The Louisiana Animal Control Advisory Task Force will meet to discuss facility deficiencies and updates to shelter inspection reports. The body will also review unregistered facilities and plan activities for 2023.
- Discussion of common facility changes and deficiencies
- Review of shelter inspection report content
- Discussion of unregistered facilities
- Update on ASPCA Pet Trailer Grant
- Adoption of minutes from the December 15, 2021 meeting
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✓ Decided: Task Force approves previous meeting minutes and reviews shelter inspections
The Task Force approved the minutes from the previous meeting. Members discussed 2022 shelter inspection data and a new weighted grading system for those inspections. Commissioner Mike Strain noted $1.5 billion in one-time funds available for potential shelter repairs.
- Approved minutes of the previous meeting
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Mire Strain DVM
ComMISsIONER
AGENDA
IN-PERSON MEETING OF THE
LOUISIANA ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY TASK FORCE
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2022, AT 10:00 A.M.
LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY
VETERANS MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM
5825 FLORIDA BLVD, FIRST FLOOR
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IN-PERSON MEETING OF THE
LOUISIANA ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY TASK FORCE
DECEMBER 20, 2022, 10:00 A.M. LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY
VETERANS’ MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM 5825 FLORIDA BLVD BATON ROUGE, LA 70806 CALL TO ORDER
The hearing was called to order by Dr. Brent Robbins, Chair and State Veterinarian of Louisiana, at 10.00 A.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Kevin Wofford, Assistant Commissioner, led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL The roll was called. Members present: Robbie Averett; Brent Robbins, D.V.M.; Chalyn Fayard, D.V.M.; Chip Fitz; Joe Stark, D.V.M.; and Henry Wimberly.
Members absent: Shelly Fontenot, D.V.M.
A quorum was present.
PUBLIC COMMENTS No public comments were received at this time.
INTRODUCTION OF NEW MEMBERS
Dr. Robbins introduced the new members: Robbie Averett; a former LDAF employee inspector for the LACATF for many years and former secretary of the LA Animal Control Advisory Task Force; and Joe Stark, D.V.M., a private practice veterinarian since 1986 in Lake Charles, LA.
COMMENTS BY COMMISSIONER OF AGRICULTURE, MIKE STRAIN, D.V.M.
Commissioner of Agriculture & Forestry, Mike Strain, D.V.M., wished everyone a Merry Christmas. He then informed the task force of an ongoing case involving several deceased horses which were linked to alfalfa cubes found to be contaminated with Clostridium botulinum. The case involves multiple states, with more than 100 horses known to be affected with 45 confirmed deaths. Additionally, as we go into th …
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Wed Dec 15, 2021
LA Animal Control Advisory Task Force
Louisiana Animal Control Advisory Task Force meeting on December 15, 2021
The task force will discuss various old and new business items via teleconference. Discussion topics include inspection reports, legislative audits, emergency support, and training requirements.
- Inspection Report discussion
- CE Proposal discussion
- Legislative Audit discussion
- Emergency Support discussion
- Training and Sexual Harassment/Ethics Training reminders
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✓ Decided: Task Force approves minutes and reviews shelter inspection data
The Task Force approved the minutes from the previous meeting. Members discussed a rejected proposal for veterinarian continuing education credits and reviewed a legislative audit identifying five formal findings regarding animal welfare authority and funding.
- Approved minutes of the last meeting
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Louisiana Department or Acricutture & Forestry
Mike Stra DVM
CoMMISSIONER
AGENDA
LOUISIANA ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY TASK FORCE
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2021
10:00 A.M.
This meeting will be available via teleconference/Zoom, and members of the public are encouraged to provide
comments using the chat or talk function.
Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS, or Android: hitps:/usO6web.zoom.us j/89078264586
Or from telephone: Dial: USA 636-651-3185, 877-810-9415 (US TOLL FREE)
Conference Code: 714696
I. CALL TO ORDER
I. PLEDGE
IH. ROLL CALL & DECLARATION OF QUORUM
IV. COMMENTS BY COMMISSIONER MIKE STRAIN, DVM
V. PUBLIC COMMENT
Vi. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
VII. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM DECEMBER 18, 2020.
VIII. OLD BUSINESS
a. Inspection Report
b. CE Proposal
c. Legislative Audit
IX. NEWBUSINESS
a. Emergency Support
b. Training
c. Reminder for Sexual Harassment and Ethics Training
X. PUBLIC COMMENTS
XI. DATE OF NEXT MEETING
a. List available dates
XII. ADJOURNMENT
THIS AGENDA 1S TENATIVE UNTIL 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE BEGINNING OF THE SCHEDULED MEETING, AT WHICH
TIME THE MOST RECENT REVISION OF THIS AGENDA BECOMES OFFICIAL. ANY SUBSEQUENT CHANGES TO THIS
AGENDA SHALL BE MADE ONLY BY A UNANIMOUS VOTE OF TIIE COMMISSION. NOTICE IS HEREBY PROVIDED THAT
THE COMMISSION MAY VOTE TO HOLD AN EXECUTIVE SESSION ON ANY AGENDA OR OTIIER DULY APPROVED ITEM
THAT IS EXEMPTED FROM DISCUSSION AT AN OPEN MEETING PURSUANT TO LA. R.S. 42:17. FURTHER, IN
COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT. PLEASE C …
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Louisiana Animal Control Advisory Task Force
Meeting date: December 15, 2021
Veterans Memorial Auditorium
5825 Florida Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
*Meeting was held both virtually and in personal
Minutes
Call to Order
Dr. Brent Robbins, State Veterinarian of Louisiana called the meeting to
order at 10.00AM
Pledge of Allegiance
Kevin Wofford, Assistant Commissioner
Roll call
Present: Robbie Averett
Brent Robbins, DVM
Ashley Delrie
Shelly Fontenot, DVM
Ellen Abington
Chalyn Fayard, DVM
Henry Wimberly
(absent): Chip Fitz
Quorum: Yes.
Commissioner of Agriculture, Mike Strain, DVM
Dr. Strain wishes everyone a Merry Christmas, and thanks the board for
their work and gives special recognition to Mrs. Robbie Averett for the
remarkable strides made in the LACATF over the past years. The positive
steps made by the Task Force has been seen and have made measurable
results. This has been a team effort and we will continue to support your
hard work and are excited about what next year will bring.
The Task Force thanks the Commissioner for his kind words as well as his
support in their mission.
Public comment
None.
Dr. Brent Robbins introduced Kevin Wofford to the Task Force, as the new
Assistant Commissioner of the Animal Health and Food Safety division. Kevin
Wofford has been with the state of Louisiana for 28 years and came to
Animal Health and Food Safety from the LDAF Pesticide division. Dr. Robbins
also commented on how competent Kevin Wofford has been n …
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Fri Dec 18, 2020
LA Animal Control Advisory Task Force
Louisiana Animal Control Task Force meeting via Zoom on Dec. 18, 2020
The Louisiana Animal Control Advisory Task Force will hold a meeting via Zoom/teleconference on December 18, 2020, at 10 a.m. The agenda is not provided; the notice only includes remote access details and public comment instructions.
- Meeting via Zoom/teleconference only
- Public comments accepted via chat or talk function
- Email comments to Robbie Averett at [email protected]
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✓ Decided: Task Force creates committee to pursue continuing education for shelter vets
The Task Force approved the creation of a committee to revise and campaign for a continuing education proposal for publicly operated shelter veterinarians. Members also adopted a resolution regarding the delegation of authority for handling sexual harassment cases. The meeting included a report on 2020 shelter inspections and an update on a performance audit by the Louisiana Legislature Auditors Office.
- Approved creation of a committee to revise and campaign for veterinarian continuing education (unanimous)
- Adopted resolution for delegation of authority to handle sexual harassment cases (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of the previous meeting with revisions
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THE LOUISIANA ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY TASK FORCE MEETING NOTICE
The Louisiana Animal Control Advisory Task Force will meet at 10 a.m. on
December 18, 2020. This meeting will be available via ZOOM
videoconference/ teleconference.
In accordance with Revised Statute 42:17.1, the Louisiana The Louisiana
Animal Control Advisory Task Force will be meeting via ZOOM
videoconference/teleconference in order to discuss “matters critical to
the continuation of the business of the public body that are not able to be
postponed to a meeting held in accordance with the other provisions of this
Chapter due to a legal requirement or other deadline that cannot be
postponed or delayed by the public body.”
Members of the public are encouraged to provide comments prior to or during
the meeting by emailing Robbie Averett at [email protected] and/or
through the ZOOM chat function.
This meeting will be available via teleconference/ZOOM and members of the
public are encourage to provide comments using the chat or talk function.
Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84219458722?pwd=M3l2VHhyVmlOT2JmNmQ2anJubmcyQT09
Password: 283165
Or Telephone: Dial: USA 636 651 3185 USA 8778109415 (US Toll
Free) Conference code: 714696
Find local AT&T Numbers:
https://www.teleconference.att.com/servlet/glbAccess?process=1&accessNumber
=6366513185&accessCode=714696
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LOUISIANA ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY TASKFORCE MEETING
December 18, 2020
10:00 AM
Veterans Memorial Auditorium
5825 Florida Boulevard, 1st Floor
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70806
Proceedings
Oaths of Office: Brent Robbins, DVM completed.
Call to Order: Brent Robbins, DVM called the virtual/zoom meeting to order at 10:10AM
Pledge of allegiance: John Walther
Roll call: Roll call was taken by John Walther, LDAF Assistant Commissioner for Animal Health and Food Safety.
Members present: Deputy Commissioner Brent Robbins, DVM, Henry Wimbley, Ashley Delrie, Shelly Fontenot, DVM, Ellen
Abington
Members absent: Chip Fitz and Chalyn Fayard, DVM
Quorum: yes
Brent Robbins is to approve the minutes of the last meeting.
Brent Robbins, DVM on behalf of the Commissioner of Agriculture wishes everyone a happy holiday and thanks everyone for
their service on the task force and welcome to Henry Wimbley from the Louisiana Animal Control Association.
Public comment: None
Discussion concerning the agenda motion to use the revised agenda. Page two, eighth paragraph second sentence statute
should be changed to reflect 3:2472 sterilization statute. Also, page 2 third paragraph Dr. Wolfson not Wilson. Henry
Wimbley made a motion to accept the minutes with revisions. Ashley Delrie seconded. Motion passed
Old Business/ Inspection report: 2020 Report on shelter inspections, 80 total shelters, 59 inspections, 40 met the minimum
requirements, 14 needed improvement, 3 were closed and …
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Fri Dec 18, 2020
LA Animal Control Advisory Task Force
Louisiana Animal Control Advisory Task Force meeting on December 18, 2020
The task force will discuss several items including an inspection report and a CE proposal. The agenda also includes a resolution regarding the delegation of authority for prevention of sexual harassment.
- Inspection Report
- CE Proposal
- Resolution - Delegation of Authority regarding Prevention of Sexual Harassment
- Emergency Support
- Legislative Audit
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A G E N D A
LOUISIANA ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY TASK FORCE
December 18, 2020
10:00 AM.
This meeting will be available via teleconference/ZOOM and members of the
public are encourage to provide comments using the chat or talk function.
Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84219458722?pwd=M3l2VHhyVmlOT2JmNmQ2anJubmcyQT09
Password: 283165
Or Telephone: Dial: USA 636 651 3185 USA 8778109415 (US Toll
Free) Conference code: 714696
Find local AT&T Numbers:
https://www.teleconference.att.com/servlet/glbAccess?process=1&accessNumber
=6366513185&accessCode=714696
VETERANS MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM
5825 FLORIDA BLVD
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA 70806
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE
ROLL CALL
COMMENTS BY COMMISSIONER MIKE STRAIN, DVM
PUBLIC COMMENT
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
OLD BUSINESS
Inspection Report
CE Proposal
NEW BUSINESS
Resolution - Delegation of Authority regarding Prevention of Sexual
Harassment
Emergency Support
Legislative Audit
PUBLIC COMMENT
DATE OF NEXT MEETING
ADJOURNMENT
THIS NOTICE CONTAINS A TENTATIVE AGENDA AND MAY BE REVISED PRIOR TO THE
MEETING. REVISED NOTICES CAN BE REVIEWED ON THE BOARD OUTSIDE THE
VETERANS MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM IN WHICH THE MEETING IS TO BE HELD.
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Agricultural &
Environmental
Sciences
P.O. Box 3596
Baton Rouge,
LA 70821
(225) 925-9770
Fax: 925-3760
Agro-Consumer
Services
P.O. Box 3098
Baton Rouge,
LA 70821
(225) 922-1341
Fax: 925-4877
Animal Health
Services
P. …
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Wed Dec 11, 2019
LA Animal Control Advisory Task Force
Task Force to discuss shelter standards and emergency transport protocols
The Louisiana Animal Control Advisory Task Force will meet to review shelter inspection and training reports. The body will discuss revisions to shelter standards and transport protocols during emergency events.
- Shelter Standards Revision
- Transport Protocol during emergency events
- Discussion of RS 3:2466, RS 3:2366, and RS 3:2364
- Report on Shelter Inspections
- Shelter Self-Assessment Tool
animal-controlshelter-standardsemergency-protocolsanimal-welfare
✓ Decided: Task Force recommends removing statewide voluntary pet database from statutes
The board approved meeting minutes with revisions and discussed shelter inspection results. Members proposed specific amendments to revised statutes regarding pet databases and shelter data reporting. Dr. Fayard volunteered to draft quick reference cards for animal intake.
- Approved minutes with revisions
- Recommended removal of section 4 of revised statute 3:2364 regarding a statewide voluntary pet database
- Recommended shelters be provided a copy of revised statute RS 3:2464 regarding euthanasia for research/education
- Recommended changing wording in RS 3:2366 from 'may' to 'shall' to make shelter data submission mandatory
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A G E N D A
LOUISIANA ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY TASK FORCE
December 11, 2019
10:00 AM.
VETERANS MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM
5825 FLORIDA BLVD
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA 70806
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE
ROLL CALL
COMMENTS BY COMMISSIONER MIKE STRAIN, DVM
PUBLIC COMMENT
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
OLD BUSINESS
Report on Shelter Inspections
Report on training: LSU School of Veterinarian Medicine
HSUS and Union Parish Sheriff Animal Cruelty
Investigation Training
CODE 3 - NACHO Animal Control
Training
LACCA Conference
LSART/ASPCA Boot Camp
Shelter Self-Assessment Tool
CE Initiative Proposal
Animal Control IMAC
NEW BUSINESS
Shelter Standards Revision
Discussion - RS 3:2466, RS 3:2366, RS 3:2364
Transport Protocol during emergency events
DATE OF NEXT MEETING
ADJOURNMENT
THIS NOTICE CONTAINS A TENTATIVE AGENDA AND MAY BE REVISED PRIOR TO THE
MEETING. REVISED NOTICES CAN BE REVIEWED ON THE BOARD OUTSIDE THE
VETERANS MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM IN WHICH THE MEETING IS TO BE HELD.
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Agricultural &
Environmental
Sciences
P.O. Box 3596
Baton Rouge,
LA 70821
(225) 925-9770
Fax: 925-3760
Agro-Consumer
Services
P.O. Box 3098
Baton Rouge,
LA 70821
(225) 922-1341
Fax: 925-4877
Animal Health
Services
P.O. Box 1951
Baton Rouge,
LA 70821
(225) 925-3962
Fax: 925-4103
Forestry
P.O. Box 1628
Baton Rouge,
LA 70821
(225) 925-4500
Fax: 922-1356
Management
& Finance
P.O. Box 3481
Baton Rouge,
LA 70821
(225) 922-1255
Fax: 925-6012
Marketing
P.O. …
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Louisiana Animal Control Advisory Task Force
Meeting Minutes
December 11, 2019
10:00 AM
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE
ROLL CALL
Members present: Deputy Commissioner Brent Robbins, DVM, Chalyn Fayard, DVM, Shelly Fontenot, DVM, Ellen
Abington, and Hilton Cole, EBR Animal Control Director and Ashley Delrie.
Guests Present: Mike Strain, DVM Commissioner of Agriculture & Forestry and, Robbie Averett, LACATF Program
Manager, Lilly A. Wiley, LDAF Liaison, Tyne Bankester and Todd Parker, Deputy Chief of Staff.
REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS, AND STANDING COMMITTEES
Commissioner Strain discussed the upcoming legislature, and updated the board on the arrests of persons responsible for the
theft of water buffalo as well as their death. Dr. Strain also spoke on the topic of the uptick in cases of Eastern Equine
Encephalitis, and West Nile Virus which are transmitted via mosquitoes. Dr. Strain also commended the importance of
training in the field of animal control officers as well as the importance of animal control officers as they pertain to the control
of populations of feral dogs, cats, and other nuisance animals traveling into populated areas. He then talked about the
importance of being available to assist those shelters in case of emergencies of any kind. Hilton Cole remarked on the positive
interaction and strong backing of the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry toward the LACATF. Dr. Strain also
expressed concerns over feral animal packs as a danger to …
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Wed Jan 9, 2019
LA Animal Control Advisory Task Force
Louisiana Animal Control Advisory Task Force discusses shelter training and programs
The task force is reviewing reports on shelter inspections and a free training program with the LSU School of Veterinary Medicine. The agenda includes discussions on grant seeking, shelter self-assessment tools, and various animal care initiatives.
- Report on Shelter Inspections
- Report on free training with LSU School of Veterinarian Medicine
- Shelter Training Program discussion
- LVMA Initiative Proposal
- Animal Control IMAC report
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✓ Decided: Task Force approves emergency pet evacuation PSA video
The task force approved a PSA video educating pet owners to take pets during emergencies. Members reviewed shelter inspection data showing 45 of 78 inspected shelters were non-compliant with state standards.
- Approved minutes of the previous meeting
- Approved PSA video for pet owner education during emergencies
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A G E N D A
LOUISIANA ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY TASK FORCE
January 09, 2019
10:00 AM.
VETERANS MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM
5825 FLORIDA BLVD
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA 70806
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE
ROLL CALL
COMMENTS BY COMMISSIONER MIKE STRAIN, DVM
PUBLIC COMMENT
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
OLD BUSINESS
Report on Shelter Inspections – Robbie Averett
Report on free training with LSU School of Veterinarian
Medicine – Robbie Averett
Report on Shelter Training Program
1. Establishing a Relationship with your Community Veterinarian
– Dr. Chalyan Fayard, DVM
2. Grant Seeking: Basic Elements of a Proposal - Ashlie Delrie
3. Grant Seeking: Best Practices- Ashlie Delrie
4. Grant Seeking: The Basics- Ashlie Delrie
5. Shelter Basics – Dr. Shelly Fontenot, DVM
6. Parasite Control– Dr. Shelly Fontenot, DVM
7. Intake Procedures– Dr. Shelly Fontenot, DVM
8. Building an Effective Adoption Program - LASPCA
9. Building an Effective Foster Program- LASPCA
10. Volunteers In The Shelter – Dr. Jena Troxler, DVM
11. Transport Program- LASPCA
Shelter Self-Assessment Tool – Robbie Averett/Ashley Delrie
NEW BUSINESS
Shelter Training Program – Robbie Averett
LVMA Initiative Proposal – Shelly Fontenot
Animal Control IMAC- Robbie Averett
Take Your Pet With You – PSA- John Walther
DATE OF NEXT MEETING
ADJOURNMENT
THIS NOTICE CONTAINS A TENTATIVE AGENDA AND MAY BE REVISED PRIOR TO THE
MEETING. REVISED NOTICES CAN BE REVIEWED ON THE BOARD OUTSIDE THE
VETERANS MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM IN WHICH …
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Louisiana Animal Control Advisory Task Force
LACATF
Meeting
January 9, 2019
10:00 AM
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE
Hilton Cole led the room in the pledge of allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Roll call was taken by John Walther, LDAF Assistant Commissioner.
Members present: Deputy Commissioner Brent Robbins, DVM, Chalyn Fayard, DVM, Chip Fitz,
Tangipahoa Animal Control Director, Shelly Fontenot, DVM, Ellen Abington, and Hilton Cole, EBR
Animal Control Director.
Guests Present: Mike Strain, DVM Commissioner of Agriculture & Forestry and John Walther, AHFS
Assistant Commissioner, Robbie Averett, LACATF Program Manager, Lilly A. Wiley, LDAF Liaison.
REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS, AND STANDING COMMITTEES
Commissioner Mike Strain, DVM, spoke briefly concerning the new fiscal year, as well as the
conclusions of two special sessions. Dr. Strain also spoke concerning the upcoming legislative session.
He also touched on the importance of continuing to monitor the conditions of Louisiana animal control.
Hilton Cole voiced his concerns about the amount of pit bulls currently in rescues/ animal control
facilities and that he felt that the AKC breeders of pure bred dogs would be hard pressed to compete with
the ever increasing population of “rescue” dogs.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Chip Fitz made a motion to approve the minutes of the last task force meeting as the minutes are written.
Dr. Fayard seconded the motion. Minutes are approved.
NEW BUSINESS
Robbie also spoke …
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Wed Aug 22, 2018
LA Animal Control Advisory Task Force
Louisiana Animal Control Task Force to discuss shelter standards, training, and voluntary pet database
The Louisiana Animal Control Advisory Task Force is meeting to discuss and potentially advance several animal shelter initiatives, including a shelter training program, a self-assessment tool, minimum shelter standards, and a voluntary pet database. The agenda also includes board ethics training, public records, and open meeting law compliance. No votes or decisions are recorded in the agenda.
- Shelter Training Program
- Shelter Self-Assessment Tool
- Minimum Shelter Standards
- Guidelines revision
- Voluntary Pet Database
animal-controlshelter-standardstrainingpet-databaseethicspublic-recordsopen-meeting
✓ Decided: Task Force approves minutes and advances shelter training modules
The board approved the previous meeting's minutes and reviewed progress on shelter inspection compliance. Members discussed the development of training modules for shelter management, operations, and grants, and reviewed a draft self-assessment tool for shelters.
- Approved previous meeting minutes
- Authorized Robbie Averett to work with members on training modules
- Scheduled a meeting for the second week of September to review training modules
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AMENDED
A G E N D A
LOUISIANA ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY TASK FORCE
August 22, 2018
10:00 AM.
VETERANS MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM
5825 FLORIDA BLVD
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA 70806
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE
PROCEDURAL REVIEW
ROLL CALL
COMMENTS BY COMMISSIONER MIKE STRAIN, DVM
PUBLIC COMMENT
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
OLD BUSINESS
Report on Shelter Inspections and Assistance
NEW BUSINESS
Shelter Training Program
Shelter Self-Assessment Tool
Minimum Shelter Standards
Guidelines revision
Voluntary Pet Database
Board of Ethics Training and Reporting
Public Records Act
Open Meeting Law
DATE OF NEXT MEETING
ADJOURNMENT
THIS NOTICE CONTAINS A TENTATIVE AGENDA AND MAY BE REVISED PRIOR TO THE
MEETING. REVISED NOTICES CAN BE REVIEWED ON THE BOARD OUTSIDE THE
VETERANS MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM IN WHICH THE MEETING IS TO BE HELD.
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Agricultural &
Environmental
Sciences
P.O. Box 3596
Baton Rouge,
LA 70821
(225) 925-9770
Fax: 925-3760
Agro-Consumer
Services
P.O. Box 3098
Baton Rouge,
LA 70821
(225) 922-1341
Fax: 925-4877
Animal Health
Services
P.O. Box 1951
Baton Rouge,
LA 70821
(225) 925-3962
Fax: 925-4103
Forestry
P.O. Box 1628
Baton Rouge,
LA 70821
(225) 925-4500
Fax: 922-1356
Management
& Finance
P.O. Box 3481
Baton Rouge,
LA 70821
(225) 922-1255
Fax: 925-6012
Marketing
P.O. Box 3334
Baton Rouge,
LA 70821
(225) 922-1277
Fax: 922-1289
Soil & Water
Conservation
P.O. Box 3554
Baton Rouge,
LA 70821
(225) 922-1269
Fax: 922-2577
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LOUISIANA ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY TASKFORCE MEETING
AUGUST 22, 2018
VETERANS MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM
5825 FLORIDA BOULEVARD, 1ST FLOOR
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA 70806
PROCEEDINGS
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Deputy Commissioner Brent Robbins, DVM.
PLEDGE
Board member, Ashley Delrie, led the pledge of allegiance.
Emily Andrews, LDAF General Council, gave a procedural review.
ROLL CALL
Roll call was taken by John Walther, LDAF Assistant Commissioner for Animal Health and Food Safety.
Members present: Deputy Commissioner Brent Robbins, DVM, Chalyn Fayard, DVM, Hilton Cole, Ashley
Delrie, Shelly Fontenot, DVM, Ellen Abington and Chip Fitz.
Commissioner Mike Strain, DVM thanked the members for their service. He spoke on how the Advisory
Taskforce was set up from the Governor’s office to be handled through the state veterinarian’s office.
The taskforce was to set up to work with local animal control entities to help them meet the uniform
standards. He gave figures on the number of completed inspections and those that were found non-
compliant. He said the methodology will be to send out letters to parish president, head of the police
jury or whatever system of government they are. We will continue to do re-inspections to help work
with them to advise them to follow the rules and regulations. He said we are hitting our target numbers.
He thanked the team that worked with Plaquemine Parish shelter when the A/C system failed. Everyone …
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Thu Oct 26, 2017
LA Animal Control Advisory Task Force
LA Animal Control Advisory Task Force meeting on October 26, 2017
The task force will discuss new business including RS 3:2364 and the development of a task force website. Members will also discuss task force objectives and the animal control inspection program.
- Discussion of RS 3:2364
- Establishment of task force objectives
- Review of animal control inspection program
- Discussion regarding Board of Ethics training and reporting
- Review of Public Records Act and Open Meeting Law
animal-controlgovernment-operationspublic-recordsethics
✓ Decided: Task Force approves emergency resource network and training authority
The LA Animal Control Advisory Task Force approved the creation of an emergency resource network for local parishes and EOCs. The board also authorized the program manager to contact members to develop training modules. The meeting included discussions on shelter inspection schedules and the board's advisory role.
- Approved motion for EOCs and local parishes to establish an emergency network and inventory/tag resources
- Approved motion granting Robbie Averett authority to call board members to work on training modules
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AMENDED
A G E N D A
LOUISIANA ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY TASK FORCE
OCTOBER 26, 2017
10:00 AM.
VETERANS MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM
5825 FLORIDA BLVD
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA 70806
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE
3. ROLL CALL
4. INTRODUCTION BY COMMISSIONER MIKE STRAIN, DVM
5. PUBLIC COMMENT
6. INTRODUCTION OF GUEST
7. NEW BUSINESS
a. RS 3:2364
b. LOUISIANA ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY TASK FORCE WEBSITE
c. TASK FORCE OBJECTIVES
d. ANIMAL CONTROL INSPECTION PROGRAM
e. BOARD OF ETHICS TRAINING AND REPORTING
f. PUBLIC RECORDS ACT
g. OPEN MEETING LAW
8. OLD BUSINESS
9. PUBLIC COMMENT
10. DATE OF NEXT MEETING
11. ADJOURNMENT
THIS NOTICE CONTAINS A TENTATIVE AGENDA AND MAY BE REVISED PRIOR TO THE
MEETING. REVISED NOTICES CAN BE REVIEWED ON THE BOARD OUTSIDE THE
VETERANS MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM IN WHICH THE MEETING IS TO BE HELD.
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LA ANIMAL CONTROL ADVISORY TASKFORCE MEETING
October 26, 2017
10:00 AM
Veterans Memorial Auditorium
5825 Florida Boulevard, 1st Floor
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70806
Proceeding
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Deputy Commissioner Brent Robbins, DVM.
PLEDGE
Ashley Delrie, board member, led the pledge of allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Roll call was taken by John Walther, LDAF Assistant Commissioner for A nimal Health and Food
Safety (LDAF).
COMMISSIONER STRAIN’S COMMENTS
Commissioner Mike Strain, DVM, discussed the statut es that support and govern the s tate’s
animal control agency.
Members present:
Deputy Commissioner Brent Robbins, DVM, Chalyn Fayard, DVM, Chip Fitz, Tangipahoa Animal
Control Director, Shelly Fontenot , DVM , Ellen Abington , Ashlie Delrie and Hilton Cole, EBR
Animal Control Director.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Candy Pe avy, Chair man of Robinsons’ Rescue , indicated they desperately need the board’s
help. They have succeeded in doing over 50,000 spay/neuters. They educate the public and,
also, have outreach programs. She indicated they do have a decrease in shelter -in-take due to
their program.
Julia Breaux, State Director for the U.S. Humane Society introduced herself.
NEW BUSINESS
John Walther:
John Walther explained Title 3:236 to the board members.
Funding for this taskforce is provided through the “operating budget” of the LA Department of
Agriculture & Forestry. Any money in the deposits of the whole bo …
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