Animal Appeals Board

The Board meets when there is an appeal filed with the Mayors Office, meetings are held in the Council Chambers.  Three members consisting of a licensed vet, non-pet owner, and pet owner serve 3 year terms and are appointed by the Mayor with approval from the City Council.



Specific Powers and Duties:
Has jurisdiction to hear and decide appeals where it is alleged there is an error in the finding of the City Animal Warden in declaring dogs or cats to be dangerous or vicious.

Board Members Term Expiration
Dr. Michael Bottorff, Chair December 31, 2020
Phyllis Michaelson December 31, 2020
Bob Martin
December 31, 2020
Dr. Leigh Meyer
December 31, 2020

Anyone wishing to apply for this board may contact the Mayors Office at 573-7144 ext. 1212 or or print off an application form located under the "Links" tab above.

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