§ 462.703. Sterilization Programs.

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(a)

It is the intent of the City to provide program(s) to promote the sterilization of companion animals as one of the important parts of a comprehensive program to reduce pet overpopulation and the growing intake by area pet shelters.

(b)

The Chief of ACPS shall be responsible for the creation and administration of low cost sterilization programs for people with limited means who could not otherwise afford the procedure and any other programs that help reduce pet overpopulation and growing animal intake in area shelters. Such programs may include reimbursement rates for participating veterinarians based upon a fee schedule established by the Chief of ACPS that may be amended from time to time and shall be on file with the Legislative Services Division. Funding for such programs shall include money from licenses as designated in Section 462.502(g).

(c)

The Chief of ACPS is authorized to seek and accept grants, donations and other public and private funding to assist in the payment of sterilization programs.

(Ord. 2004-259-E, § 1; Ord. 2010-527-E, § 8)

Editor's note

Ordinance 2007-839-E, § 18, authorized updated department/division names pursuant to reorganization.

                    
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