Meeting Type: BCC Regular Meeting
Meeting Date: 8/5/2025
Item Status: New
From: Tom Tyler, Director Baldwin County Emergency Management Agency
Submitted by: Natascha Dilley, Baldwin County EMA Specialist
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ITEM TITLE
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Baldwin County Pet-Friendly Shelter Operations Plan
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
Adopt the Baldwin County Pet-Friendly Shelter Operations Plan.
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BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Background: Once adopted, this will enable Baldwin County EMA and Baldwin County Animal Shelter to open one pet-friendly shelter in the event of a disaster located at the Baldwin County Coliseum. This guide serves as a comprehensive reference for shelter staff during emergency activations involving pet-friendly shelters in Baldwin County. It outlines procedures for shelter setup, animal intake and care, safety protocols, staff roles, and coordination with emergency services. The guide ensures that both people and their pets are sheltered safely, efficiently, and in compliance with local and state guidelines.
Previous Commission action/date:
November 19, 2024 - The Commission approved the Baldwin County Pet-Friendly Shelter Rules and Regulations Admission / Liability Forms.
August 20, 2024 - The Commission approved a Mutual Aid Agreement to foster collaboration among Baldwin County, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), the Baldwin County Animal Shelter, and Baldwin County Emergency Management.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
Total cost of recommendation: N/A
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If this is not a budgeted expenditure, does the recommendation create a need for funding? N/A
LEGAL IMPACT
Is legal review necessary for this staff recommendation and related documents?
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ADVERTISING REQUIREMENTS
Is advertising required for this recommendation? N/A
If the proof of publication affidavit is not attached, list the reason: N/A
FOLLOW UP IMPLEMENTATION
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Action required (list contact persons/addresses if documents are to be mailed or emailed): Send a notice of action email to Natascha Dilley and George Majors.
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