ANIMAL MATTERS HEARING BOARD

Function:

To hear and render decisions on appeals of citations issued for violations of animal control laws. To issue orders and declarations related to enforcement of animal control laws. To make recommendations on standards and procedures for operation of the animal control facility. To annually review the proposed budget for the operation of the animal control facility.

Number of Members:

7
All members must be residents of Howard County; one licensed veterinarian practicing in Howard County, three experienced in animal matters, with no more than two from the same council district.

Appointed by:

County Executive appoints. County Council confirms.

Contact:

Animal Control Administrator, 410-313-2780 or 410-313-2203

Meetings:

Third Tuesday of each month at 7:30 pm in the Tyson Room, George Howard Building, 3430 Court House Drive, Ellicott City, MD 21043 (Meeting locations may vary.)

Members:

Sylvia Bloch Janet L. Gauntt Dana Hubbard-Roscoe Willis J. Mann Christine O’Connor Rena L. Shooman Cindy Knowlton

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