Chapter 2.75
ANIMAL CONTROL RESERVE
Sections:
2.75.010 Establishment of volunteer animal control reserve.
2.75.030 Appointment and qualification of members.
2.75.040 Limitations on membership.
2.75.070 Rules and regulations.
2.75.090 Workmen’s Compensation benefits.
2.75.100 Animal shelter kennel cleaning program.
2.75.110 Animal shelter dog walking program.
2.75.120 Animal shelter cat care program.
2.75.010 Establishment of volunteer animal control reserve.
There is hereby established a volunteer animal control reserve for the town as auxiliary to the regular animal control department and as a component thereof. (Ord. 10-07, 2011; prior code § 4-7-1)
2.75.020 Reserve defined.
In this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires:
A “reserve” means the volunteer animal control reserve of the town. (Ord. 10-07, 2011; prior code § 4-7-2)
2.75.030 Appointment and qualification of members.
The members of said reserve shall be over 21 years of age and appointed by the council upon the recommendation of the chief of police. Any member of the reserve may have his/her authority revoked at any time by the chief of police without requirement of consent by the council. (Ord. 10-07, 2011; prior code § 4-7-3)
2.75.040 Limitations on membership.
The membership of the reserve shall not exceed two persons for each full-time regular officer. (Ord. 10-07, 2011; prior code § 4-7-4)
2.75.050 Command and control.
The reserve shall be under the command and subject to the direction and control of the chief of police or such member or members of the police as the chief of police shall designate. (Ord. 10-07, 2011; prior code § 4-7-5)
2.75.060 Powers and duties.
The members of the reserve shall render auxiliary support, without compensation, to the animal control department under such rules and regulations as the chief of police and council may prescribe. Members of the reserve may be called to duty by the senior animal control officer (ACO) or chief of police (COP) during the time or in anticipation of any emergency situation or other occasion which, in the opinion of the ACO or COP, will reasonably require the aid of personnel other than that of the regular department to maintain peace and good order in the town. Members of the reserve may also be called to duty at other times for training. Each member of the reserve shall, before entering on his duties, be required to take an appropriate oath. Each member shall have the power to issue citations for violations of the town code. (Ord. 10-07, 2011; prior code § 4-7-6)
2.75.070 Rules and regulations.
The police department, with the advice, consent and approval of the council, shall adopt rules and regulations expressly defining the powers and duties of the reserve, but such powers and duties shall not be in excess of those accorded to the regular employees nor inconsistent therewith. (Ord. 10-07, 2011; prior code § 4-7-7)
2.75.080 Insignia.
The chief of police shall issue to each member of the reserve a badge of authority to be used by the member only while on duty. The badge shall be of such design as the chief of police may determine but shall bear the word “Reserve” across the face thereof. (Ord. 10-07, 2011; prior code § 4-7-8)
2.75.090 Workmen’s Compensation benefits.
While on duty, members of the reserve shall be deemed employees of the town for the purpose of securing to such members the benefits of the Workmen’s Compensation laws of the state of Arizona. (Ord. 10-07, 2011; prior code § 4-7-9)
2.75.100 Animal shelter kennel cleaning program.
A. Standard Operating Procedures for Volunteers.
1. Volunteers will attend a 30- to 45-minute orientation/training once application is approved and forms signed.
2. We require at least 16 hours commitment per month.
3. Cleaning and sanitizing kennels is the most important task in a shelter setting to prevent the spread of disease and provide the best home possible while the animals are maintained at the shelter.
4. Volunteers assigned to clean dog and/or cat kennels will receive formal training by an animal control officer(s).
5. Cleaning guidelines will be provided upon orientation and a staff member will supervise the volunteer to ensure the assignment is being carried out properly, until the volunteer becomes proficient in their task.
6. If the volunteer becomes unsure of an animal, they will not attempt to handle that animal, and will report it immediately to a staff member.
7. If an animal is found to be ill or injured while cleaning the kennels, volunteers are to report it immediately to a staff member.
8. When opening a cage/kennel for any reason, the volunteer must look to verify that nearby doors are closed and no other animals are out of their cages.
9. Volunteers must maintain a safe distance between dogs.
10. Orientation will include: tour of shelter, proper cage/kennel cleaning, feeding/watering of animals and staff expectations of volunteers.
11. Disciplinary actions will be taken for violations of procedures. The sanction imposed will depend upon the severity of the violation and discretion of shelter command and/or staff. First offense may be a memo-to-file, a written warning; second offense may be a formal write-up; and third offense will be dismissal from program.
B. Any violation of procedures may be grounds for dismissal from the volunteer program. (Approved by city council July 24, 2014)
2.75.110 Animal shelter dog walking program.
A. Standard Operating Procedures for Volunteers.
1. Volunteers will attend a 30- to 45-minute orientation/training once application is approved and forms signed.
2. For the regular program we require at least four hours commitment per month. For the part-time program we require at least two hours commitment per month.
3. Only three dogs may be walked at a time, but not together.
4. Volunteers shall finish walking by 1630 hours (4:30 p.m.).
5. During inclement weather (rain, high winds, snow, etc.) dogs will not be walked.
6. During hot weather, dogs will only be walked 15 minutes, and not on asphalt or concrete. When the temperatures reach 90 degrees or higher, dogs will not be walked.
7. When opening a cage/kennel for any reason, the volunteer must look to verify that nearby doors are closed and no other animals are out of their cages.
8. Volunteers must maintain a safe distance between dogs.
9. When the dog is ready to be returned, the volunteer must ensure that the pathway is clear of other animals and assorted hazards.
10. Do not attempt to walk a dog that you are not physically able to control.
11. Volunteers will be responsible for picking up all feces from dog being walked or taken into fenced yard.
12. Volunteers will not conduct or attend “sniff and greets” between shelter dogs and potential adopters’ dogs.
13. Orientation will include: tour of shelter, proper leash etiquette, proper way to open kennels and put dog on a leash, and staff expectations of volunteers.
14. Disciplinary actions will be taken for violations of procedures. The sanction imposed will depend upon the severity of the violation and discretion of shelter command and/or staff. First offense may be a memo-to-file, a written warning; second offense may be a formal write-up; and third offense will be dismissal from program.
B. Any violation of procedures may be grounds for dismissal from the volunteer program. (Approved by city council July 24, 2014)
2.75.120 Animal shelter cat care program.
A. Standard Operating Procedures for Volunteers.
1. Volunteers will attend a 30- to 45-minute orientation/training once application is approved and forms signed.
2. For the regular program we require at least four hours commitment per month. For the part-time program we require at least two hours commitment per month.
3. Only one cat may be out of cage/kennel at a time, not together, unless they are kennel mates.
4. When opening a cage/kennel for any reason, the volunteer must look to verify that nearby doors are closed and no other cats are out of their cages/kennels.
5. Volunteers must maintain a safe distance between cats.
6. Volunteers will not conduct or attend meetings between shelter cats and potential adopters’ animals.
7. Orientation will include: tour of shelter, proper cat handling, proper way to open kennels, and staff expectations of volunteers.
8. Disciplinary actions will be taken for violations of procedures. The sanction imposed will depend upon the severity of the violation and discretion of shelter command and/or staff. First offense may be a memo-to-file, a written warning; second offense may be a formal write-up; and third offense will be dismissal from program.
B. Any violation of procedures may be grounds for dismissal from the volunteer program. (Approved by city council July 24, 2014)