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Hollywood Animal Rescue Team
(H.A.R.T.)
&
Pooches & Kitties in Hollywood, Inc
Regular City Commission Meeting
October 17, 2018
Department of Public Works
Introduction
This presentation brings to light the vast number of
euthanized animals in Broward County, many coming
from the City of Hollywood. Broward County Animal Care
has struggled with their overcrowded shelters, at times
euthanizing animals in what is believed to be their method
of controlling the overcrowdings. Although their former
Director has since been replaced and they are currently
implementing new procedures, their struggle will remain.
The Humane Society can only accept owner surrenders,
and will not accept stray or found animals. The City of
Hollywood and non profits need to assist in helping control
the overcrowding and unnecessary euthanasia of so
many animals.
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Introduction cont.
With the approval and development of the
Hollywood Animal Rescue Team (H.A.R.T.), any City
of Hollywood animal in need will have a team of
City of Hollywood Employees ready to assist them.
Working together, the City’s Code Compliance
Animal Control, Police Department and Public
Works Departments will reunite lost animals with their
owners, ensure injured animals receive medical
treatment promptly and find permanency through
adoption for abandoned animals through the
Pooches & Kitties in Hollywood, Inc. (501c(3) non-
profit organization).
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WARNING
The following presentation contains
graphic photos which are disturbing
to view.
Sadly, this is reality for many
dogs and cats.
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• According to Broward County
Animal Care from January 2016-
October 2016, 1438 cats & dogs
were picked up from City of
Hollywood properties.
• Broward County Euthanization
Stats for the City of Hollywood
from October 2015-September
2016, list that 385 (27%) of the
above animals were
euthanized.
• These stats do not include owner
requested euthanization. With
that said...
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Broward County Orders Investigation into Animal Care
● It was found former County Staff altered the
computer records regarding the number of
animals euthanized by changing the reason for
killing the animals, such as “owner requested.”
● Significant because pets put down at the owner’s
request are not included in the county’s official
euthanasia count.
● According to county statistics, during the last six
months of 2014, owners requested a total of 34
Kitten being sedated before being dogs and cats be euthanized.
euthanized
• During the same time period in 2016, that number ballooned to 307
animals killed by euthanasia; owner requested euthanasia increased
900%.
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LOCAL 10 INVESTIGATES
Audit confirms record-fixing of pet deaths at Broward Animal
Care shelter
Bob Norman investigation led to county head's resignation
By Bob Norman - Investigative Reporter
Posted: 6:15 PM, March 28, 2018Updated: 6:15 PM, March 28, 2018
7 Department of Public Works
The City of Hollywood’s
contribution to making a
difference…benefits not just
our animals but our entire
community
Working with… 9 Department of Public Works
H.A.R.T.
Hollywood Animal Rescue Team
“Hollywood NEEDS a H.A.R.T.”
10 Department of Public Works• Already established 501(c)3 Non-Profit Corporation
• Operated 100% by Volunteers
• Created in response to the abundance of abandoned, stray,
feral, abused, dangerous and lost animals
11 Department of Public WorksH.A.R.T.
Mission Statement:The City of Hollywood Animal Rescue Team will
make every effort to keep the public safe, protect animals and
educate the community on responsible pet ownership.
12
Department of Public WorksH.A.R.T. Goals
● Public Safety
● Preservation of Animal Life
● Protection of Animals
● Community Education
● Community Awareness
● Reunification of lost pets with their
owners
● Foster & Adoption of pets in need
● Management of community feral
cat colonies
13 Department of Public WorksH.A.R.T. - Public Safety
● Animal Cruelty Investigations
● Repeat Animal Calls
● Complaint/Nuisance Animals
● Aggressive Dogs
● Criminal Investigations
● Deceased Animals
14 Department of Public WorksH.A.R.T. - Protection of Animals
● Pursue Criminal Prosecution
● Follow-up on Criminal Violations
● Owner Surrenders when applicable
● Pursue Investigative Fines/Cost Recovery
15 Department of Public WorksH.A.R.T. - Community Education & Awareness
● Responsible Pet Ownership
● Spay/Neuter Programs
● Training for Newly Adopted Pets/Owners
16 Department of Public WorksH.A.R.T. - Reunification with Owners
● Microchip Implanting & Scanning
● Social Media Postings
● Found Dog/Cat Flyers
● Tattoos
17 Department of Public WorksH.A.R.T. - Feral Cat Colonies
● Trap, Neuter and Return (TNR) Program
● Coordination with existing Trappers &
Feeders
18 Department of Public WorksProposed H.A.R.T. Alliances
• Broward County Animal Care
• Pooches & Kitties in Hollywood
• Humane Society of Broward County
• Pembroke Pines Animal Assistance Program/Pooches in Pines
• South Florida Wildlife Center
• Florida’s Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)
• Local Veterinarians
• Pets Love Vets
• City College – Hollywood Campus
• Rescue Groups
• Foster Homes
• Community Trappers
• Volunteers
19 Department of Public WorksH.A.R.T. Operations
● Animal Rescue Team provides 7 day coverage
● Hours adjusted to accommodate specific needs or issues
● Impounded dogs are held for a minimum of 5 days. During
that time, every attempt at locating the dog’s owner will
be made
● Any impounded animals will be properly cared for
● Officers will conduct criminal and follow-up investigations
as necessary
● Officers will facilitate and refer residents to appropriate
organizations if outside the jurisdiction of the City of
Hollywood.
20 Department of Public WorksH.A.R.T. Staffing
● Police
● Code Compliance Certified Animal Control Officer*
● Public Works Division and Volunteers -Maintenance of
Facilities
● City Approved Volunteers- Facilitate daily care and
wellbeing of impounded animals.
*Florida State Statute 828.27 mandates that animal control
officers successfully complete a 40 hour minimum standards
training course. At this time, the FACA Animal Control Officer
Certification course is the only course approved for this
purpose in the State of Florida
21 Department of Public WorksH.A.R.T. Primary Responsibilities
• Investigate animal complaints and problems
• Enforce City, County and State Ordinances and Laws
• Handle/assist community with solutions to animal nuisance
issues/problems
• Trapping of feral, nuisance or injured animals to facilitate spay/neuter
and/or necessary medical treatment before re-release back into the
community
• Educational Programs for the Community
• Spay/Neuter Programs for Hollywood Citizens
• Assist injured animals
• Handling and impoundment of lost and/or abandoned dogs and cats
• Maintain evidence for Criminal Investigations.
22 Department of Public WorksH.A.R.T. Funding
• Create a new program:
Park Impact Fees (if approved)
Chewy.com, Purina and other companies as possible
Sponsors for food and supplies etc.
• Apply for Grant Funding
Annual City Budget
Personnel
Cleaning Supplies
Donations: Pet stores, Veterinarians, general public by
fundraising
23 Department of Public WorksStan Goldman Community Park meeting
May 23, 2018
On May 23, 2018 a Stan Goldman Community Park
Meeting community meeting was held at David Park
Community Center to get community input on the
improvements of the Stan Goldman Park. The results of
that meeting were prioritized as follows:
#1 Pickle ball court improvements with 137 votes
#2 Create an Animal Rescue Shelter with 127 votes
24 Department of Public WorksH.A.R.T. - Potential Location
Stan Goldman Memorial Park
800 Knights Road, Hollywood, FL 33020
• Stan Goldman Park is centrally located in the heart of Hollywood.
Annual Dog Show is held there. Hollywoof dog park already in place.
• The park is easily accessed by foot and vehicular traffic from Johnson
Street and can be made accessible to vehicular traffic right off I-95
from Hollywood Boulevard.
• The increased foot and vehicular traffic, police satellite office and
public work presence would assist with problems (graffiti and
homeless individuals) currently occurring in the park.
• Proposed structure already in place (concession stand) – restrooms
already exist.
25 Department of Public WorksEstimated utility usage for
renovated concession stand
• Water/sewer $829 annually (based on history)
• Electrical $2400 annually (estimated)
• Pet rescue area Cleaning by volunteers
• Bathrooms cleaned by City Janitorial
26 Department of Public WorksHollywoof Park
27 Department of Public WorksStan Goldman’s Concession Building
28 Department of Public WorksArchitects rendering after renovations
29 Department of Public Works30 Department of Public Works
Stan Goldman Concession Stand Renovation's
demo 1000
exterior footings and slabs 5 yds
rebar/ mesh for above 96 lin ft/ 250sf 350
concrete pump min chg 350
labor above 1500
concrete cutting 1 door/ 8 dog doors 1000
storefront glass front and rear, 2 doors (labor inc) 10000
misc electrical 2500
split ac/ relocate condenser / 2 drops (labor donated) 4000
8 exterior secure dog doors (labor donated) 2500
epoxy floor (labor donated) 1000
misc drywall/ framing (labor donated) 1000
new suspended ceilings (labor donated) 1200
interior / exterior kennel and containment fencing (labor donated) 1500
metal roof over kennel area 2000
plumbing, dog bath sink, prep area sink, wash down hose bibs 1500
Architectual drawings by City Architect Walter Wernecke 0
31400
Bathroom remodel cost paid by parks department
31 Department of Public WorksCurrent Protocol
LOST/ABANDONED/STRAY
Impounded at HPD
BCAC contacted
Each Shift is
Officer provides When available,
supposed to
food and water BCAC responds
check on welfare
for dog before to transport dog
of dog until BCAC
leaving to BCAC
responds
32 Department of Public WorksHow H.A.R.T. will work
LOST/ABANDONED/STRAY
Resident w/o ID Found by HPD, COH
must surrender at Employee or by
BCAC Resident with ID
Assess for injuries,
tags, microchip
or tattoos
Owner No Visible
Located: No Owner Located:
Evidence of Injuries,
Abuse or transport to
Neglect > Abuse or Neglect
> Start quarantine
Return to area at H.A.R.T.
Owner Investigation
Shelter
H.A.R.T. Shelter
Document via Teletype
Photograph for Flyer/Social Media
Food and Water
After five (5) days, the animal’s
ownership will be transferred to
501(c)3
33 Department of Public WorksH.A.R.T. at Work
Wildlife or Community Cat
Sick, Injured or Orphaned
During normal business
Provide any hours injured wildlife
may be transported to
necessary medical Wildlife Care Center
care (WCC) in Fort
Lauderdale
After business hours
H.A.R.T. Sergeant must
Return to Community
Spay/Neuter be notified for Wildlife to
Cat Colony
be medically stabilized
until transport to WCC
34 Department of Public WorksH.A.R.T. at Work
• MISDEMEANOR HPD CASES AND
CODE COMPLIANCE CASES
• Reviewed by H.A.R.T. for possible
follow-up investigation by team
members
• Boarding of animals which are
being held as evidence in criminal
cases
35 Department of Public WorksResidents Concerns with BCAC’s After
Hours Response
On Sunday, October 16, 2016 at 6:50 pm a resident found a
collapsed labrador retriever on her lawn, which clearly needed
medical attention. The dog had no collar, the resident made
several calls to Broward County Animal Care (BCAC) and BSO
Dispatch Center. The resident waited 2 hours in the rain with the
dog and no one from Broward County ever responded.
Hollywood Police Dept. responded and took possession of the
dog.
BCAC will continue to be the primary agency responsible for
injured dogs and cats, but now the City of Hollywood will have a
backup option if for some reason BCAC is not available.
In addition, Hollywood’s program would also be able to assist
injured wildlife when the Wildlife Care Center in Fort Lauderdale is
not available.
36 Department of Public WorksBenefits of H.A.R.T.
• Better / quicker treatment of Stray animals
• Reunification of Pets with their Owners
• Adoption of Abandoned Pets
• Promote Spay/Neuter to control overpopulation
• Reduction in Euthanization rates
• Reduction in Shelter Overcrowding
• Improved Relations with Communities
• Reduction in repeat calls
• Follow-thru on prosecution of criminal violations
• Community Education
• Reduction in Homeless and Grafitti issues in Stan Goldman Park
37 Department of Public WorksBefore and After…
Abused dog at the If this abused dog Abused dog
time of shelter intake were taken to BCAC after TLC
today, he would be
euthanized.
There is no room or
volunteers to work
on rehabilitating him
with the goal of
finding his forever
home.
Thank goodness
someone gave him
a chance!
38 Department of Public WorksBefore and After
Benefits
39 Department of Public WorksBefore and After
Benefits
40 Department of Public WorksBefore and After
Benefits
41 Department of Public WorksBefore and After
Benefits
42 Department of Public WorksGo Fund Me & PETA raised over
$70,000 for Ollie
43 Department of Public Works44 Department of Public Works
Before and After
Benefits
45 Department of Public WorksFurever Homes
Benefits
46 Department of Public WorksRecommendation
• Begin development and funding of the H.A.R.T.
• Establish the location, City enter into lease with
501(c3)
• Adopt a Resolution recognizing the Pooches &
Kitties in Hollywood, Inc. (a 501c(3) non-profit
organization) to work along side the City of
Hollywood’s H.A.R.T.
• Implementation of H.A.R.T. - Phase I
47 Department of Public WorksRESOLUTION NO. _________________
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF HOLLYWOOD,
FLORIDA, ENDORSING THE POOCHES & KITTIES IN HOLLYWOOD, INC.
PROGRAM IN THE CITY OF HOLLYWOOD.
WHEREAS, Pooches & Kitties in Hollywood, Inc. (“Program”) is a State of Florida 501 (C) 3 not for profit corporation;
and
WHEREAS, the Program is operated 100% by volunteers, which are comprised of off duty City of Hollywood
employees and civilian volunteers within the community; and
WHEREAS, the Program was created due to an abundance of animal calls for service, stray animals, feral cat
colonies, abused animals, dangerous animals, and lost animals; and
WHEREAS, Broward County Animal Control has limited resources and hours of operation, routinely euthanize,
and have not met the needs of the community; and
WHEREAS, Pooches in Pines, Inc., a State of Florida 501 (C) 3 not for profit corporation located in the City of
Pembroke Pines, has established a successful animal rescue program reuniting pets with owners at an 80% success rate
saving several hundred animals in just the 4 years since being operational; and
WHEREAS, the Program intends to use Pooches in Pines, Inc.’s proven business model as a guideline establishing
rules and policies; and
WHEREAS, the Program wishes to identify and lease a building site within an existing dog park which is owned by
the City of Hollywood to design and build an animal rescue shelter to provide services to the residents and growing pet
population in Hollywood; and
WHEREAS, the Program wishes to create a Hollywood Animal Rescue Team (H.A.R.T) program to work with,
and provide financial assistance and volunteers to the H.A.R.T. program; and
WHEREAS, the Program wishes to create a training and awareness program, provide police canine training
demonstrations, stabilize sick, injured and orphaned wildlife, and provide for spay and neutering of feral cats in the City; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Hollywood, Florida, endorses the Program in the City of Hollywood.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this _____ day of __________________, 2018.
______________________________
JOSH LEVY, MAYOR
ATTEST:
_____________________________
PATRICIA A. CERNY, MMC
CITY CLERK
48 Department of Public WorksPhase I
Personnel (already funded and in place)
• 1 full-time Animal Control Officer
• 1 part-time Animal Control Officer
Facility
• Stan Goldman / complete design/ obtain permit
• Begin construction from donated construction materials/manpower
Work Performed
• Develop website for reuniting animals with owners/ adoption/
fostering/fundraising
• Begin fundraising by 501C3 for renovations and program expenses
• Donations raised for Ollie exceeded over $60,000
• TNR of all cats on City properties
• Temporary housing for recently spayed/neutered cats
• Begin accepting Volunteer application and background checks
• Training of staff and volunteers held at the Humane Society of Broward
County
• Develop a hold harmless agreement for volunteers
• Community Relations via Social Media to assist reunification of lost animals
• Phase I estimated cost for Building Renovations $32,000-$40,000
49 Department of Public WorksPhase II
Personnel – in addition to Phase I
• Police Supervisor, Detective, or Officer / This is an existing position with added
duties
Work Performed – in addition to Phase I
• Completion of facility/ Commence utilization of renovated building
• Develop of policy for police and code pertaining to program
• Housing of animals held as evidence in Criminal Investigations
• Transferring animals to Pooches & Kitties in Hollywood, Inc. for permanency
• Commence foster program until animals adopted
• Animal Control Officers maintain and clean kennels at HPD
• Evaluate mirroring Coral Springs Humane Units policy of removal of dead animals
within City limits diverting $21,800 of the current annual budget of $25,000 to the
program, leaving disposal cost of $3000 budgeted and State permit Annual fee of
$200
• Handling of all Crime Stopper Tips
• Review of all criminal incident reports for follow-up investigations
• Phase II cost shared police personnel responsibility ( Police currently responsible
to investigate violations of Florida law pertaining to animals)
50 Department of Public WorksPhase III
As Program Grows
Personnel – in addition to Phase II
• Funding paid by fines, grants, investigative cost recovery, general fund
• Program needs will be evaluated annually, if need arises:
Additional Police investigative involvement on criminal
investigations if case load increases (handled by Detective Bureau)
Additional animal control personnel, part time ($40,000 annually)
• Volunteer Administrative Secretary
• Equipment
• Animal Control Truck Bed Slide In Unit ($5000 )
Work Performed – in addition to Phase II
• Expansion of TNR of cats to other areas in the City
• Phase III cost depend on growth of the program
51 Department of Public Works52 Department of Public Works
Services that can be provided
by City College
• List of potential free services:
• Vaccines (Rabies boosters, DHPP, FVRCP)
• Fecal exam
• Heartworm test (canine)
• FIV/FeLK test (feline)
• Ear cytology
53 Department of Public WorksServices that can be provided by
City College
• Basic dermatology diagnostics
• Basic ophthalmologic diagnostics
• Basic bloodwork
• X-ray imaging
• Routine surgeries (Spay, neuter, small growth
removal, etc.)
54 Department of Public WorksServices that can be provided by
City College
• Surgeries are done for 4 days over two weeks at the
end of our term (8-10 procedures/term).
• Dental cleanings and some treatments (such as
extractions)
• Dentals are done for 3 days over three weeks near
the middle of our term (9 procedures/term).
• Student volunteers/externs
55 Department of Public WorksCity College
56 Department of Public WorksCity College Classroom
57 Department of Public WorksCity College X-ray Room
58 Department of Public WorksCity College Surgical Room
59 Department of Public WorksCity College Surgery in Progress
60 Department of Public WorksPotential Grant Awards
LAURA J. NILES FOUNDATION, INC.
ASPCA Anti-Cruelty Grants
61 Department of Public WorksPotential Grants
• Albert Schweitzer Animal Welfare Fund provides funding to U.S. based 501(c)(3)
organizations that promote humane education, humane sheltering, solutions to
overpopulation and animal protection.
• American Humane administers the Meacham grant to 501(c)(3) organizations and
the Second Chance Fund to both public and private shelters or rescues.
• Animal Farm Foundation offers grants for adoption, enrichment and other programs
for 501(c)(3) organizations focused on supporting pit bull type dogs by providing
equal opportunities and treatment.
• ASPCA Grants program provides support to a variety of U.S.-based nonprofit animal
welfare organizations through cash grants, sponsorships, and training.
• Banfield Foundation funds U.S. programs designed to keep pets and owners
together Various opportunities exist for 501(c)(3) organizations.
• The Binky Foundation prioritizes seed funding for new programs or equipment
purchases promoting animal protection and habitat preservation, and also
considers funding for long-term or ongoing projects. 501(c)(3) not required.
• Bissell Pet Foundation provides financial support to programs of municipal and
501(c)(3) organizations focused on adoption, spay/neuter, microchipping, foster
care, and safety nets. Funding also considered for emergency relief in addition to
hoarding and puppy mill rescue efforts.
62 Department of Public Works• The Grey Muzzle Organization provides grants and special programs for
501(c)(3) organizations whose activities include helping senior dogs.
• The Kenneth A. Scott Charitable Trust invites proposals from active 501(c)(3)
humane organizations based in the USA for projects designed to enhance the
well-being of animals in Ohio, elsewhere in the Great Lakes region(IL, IN, MI, WI,
Western PA, Upstate NY, and Northeastern MN), or in the Nation as a whole.
• Laura J. Niles Foundation funds 501(c)(3) organizations, primarily in the
Northeastern U.S., with initiatives that support people and animals
simultaneously. Areas of concentration include canine health research, animal
protection & adoption, search & rescue training, human assistance and similar
fields of interest. Maddie's Fund offers a variety of grants and opportunities
designed to help build and sustain a no-kill nation so shelter dogs and cats can
be guaranteed a loving home.
• The Mason Foundation for Animal Shelter Design awards matching grants to
municipal and 501(c)(3) organizations in the United States to help fund needs
assessments and schematic architectural drawings for new buildings or
remodeling projects.
• Merrimack River Feline Rescue Society is recruiting new groups for its mentoring
program for free-roaming cats. This program works with non-profits and
municipalities that have never received a targeted or free-roaming grant from
PetSmart Charities before and are interested in getting spay/neuter money
through the free-roaming cat program.
63 Department of Public Works• Oxbow Animal Rescue Grant supports operating and programs for rescue
organizations caring for specific species of reptiles, small animals, and wildlife,
and cats.
• The Pedigree Foundation offers grants to 501(c)(3) organizations for programs
that enhance dog adoptions.
• The PETCO Foundation offers disaster assistance and pet food bank support to
municipal and private organizations.
• Petfinder Foundation offers support for disaster preparation and recovery,
enrichment, pet sponsorship and vaccinations to Petfinder members. Municipal
and private agencies are eligible.
• PetSmart Charities, Inc. funds adoption, spay/neuter, and emergency relief
programs for eligible 501(c)(3) public charities in the U.S., registered charities in
Canada, cities or counties with animal care and control budgets, nonprofit
educational institutions, and tribal authorities.
• The Summerlee Foundation funds 501(c)(3) organizations according to specific
program criteria, including a US focus on cats, wildlife rehabilitation and
sanctuaries, and emergency funding.
• The USDA Rural Development Housing and Community Facilities Program offers
loans and grants for essential community facilities, including municipal and
private animal shelters, in communities with populations under 20,000.
• The William and Charlotte Parks Foundation for Animal Welfare and Protection
provides funding to 501(c)(3) organizations for capital grants, project grants, and
general operating funds.
64 Department of Public WorksOther Resources
• Find additional funding opportunities by visiting Animal
Grantmakers, an affinity group of foundations and
organizations making grants to benefit animals.
• Use the Foundation Center’s Foundation Stats tool to explore
the top funders of animal-related programs.
• Find funding specific to your state and geographic are using
The Grantsmanship Center’s map tool.
And More
• Finding funding in a slow economy
• Funding your rescue
• Running a capital campaign
• GO FUND ME
65 Department of Public WorksAdoption Fees
• $250.00 for Puppies 5 months and younger
• $100.00 for Dogs 6 months and older
• $60.00 for Kittens 5 months and younger
• $30.00 for Cats 6 months and older (Adopt 1, get 1 free)
• $50.00 for Rabbits (Adopt 1, get 1 free)
• $30.00 for Guinea Pigs (Adopt 1, get 1 free)
• $25 for Hamsters (Adopt 1, get 1 free)
• $55.00 for Ferrets (Adopt 1, get 1 free)
• You must be 21 or older to adopt. Please bring in a valid
photo ID.
66 Department of Public WorksThese fees include:
• Spaying/neutering for every animal, including puppies and
kittens, before going home
• Treatment for fleas & ticks
• Preliminary vaccinations and de-worming
• Overall wellness check
• Heartworm test for dogs (for dogs 7 months or older) and
Feline Leukemia test for cats
• Microchip
• Complimentary bag of Purina ONE pet food
• Pet behavior helpline
• 30 Day free trial of Trupanion Pet Insurance at time of
adoption (Restrictions Apply)
• Limited 10 day follow-up care at participating VCA Animal
Hospitals (restrictions apply, up to $250)
67 Department of Public WorksQUESTIONS
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