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Presentation of Proclamation Proclaiming the Week of April 13-19, 2025, as National Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week in Lodi (PD)
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MEETING DATE:
April 16, 2025
PREPARED BY:
Andrea Morales, Administrative Assistant
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RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Mayor Cameron Bregman will present a proclamation proclaiming the Week of April 13-19, 2025, as "National Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week.
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BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
During National Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week, we recognize the men and women who dedicate countless hours to the safety of the public and animals. Like any law enforcement agent, animal care and control officers are compassionate and dedicated individuals who serve to ensure the safety of pets, people, and wildlife.
Every day, dedicated Animal Services Officers (ASOs) answer calls for assistance in our communities. They apprehend roaming and/or dangerous dogs, rescue animals in danger, investigate situations of alleged animal abuse and neglect, transport injured animals to veterinary hospitals for care, regularly educate pet owners about responsible pet care, and mediate disputes between neighbors regarding their pets.
Over the past year, ASOs responded to 2,042 field and service calls and rescued 977 stray animals. We depend upon ASOs to fulfill the Animal Services Unit's commitment to providing the highest and most efficient customer service. They are dedicated to the health, safety, and protection of the citizens and animals of Lodi.
The Lodi Police Department has two Assistant Animal Services Officers, one Animal Services Supervisor, and one Animal Services Manager who work nine-hour shifts and rotate on-call for after-hour needs.
STRATEGIC VISION:
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FISCAL IMPACT:
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FUNDING AVAILABLE:
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Ricardo Garcia
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