The Animal Control Department shall be charged with the responsibility of:
(A) Enforcing, in this county, all state and county laws, ordinances, and resolutions relating to the care, custody, and control of animals;
(B) Assisting in the enforcement of the laws of the state with regard to animals and especially with regard to vaccination of animals against rabies and the confinement or controlling of dangerous dogs;
(C) Canvassing the county for stray animals, unidentified at large animals, unvaccinated animals, and other animals that may be dangerous or a health hazard;
(D) Investigating cruelty or abuse with regard to animals;
(E) The operation of the county animal shelter; and
(F) Accurate and detailed records including:
(1) Impoundment and disposition of all dogs and cats coming into the animal shelter;
(2) Bite cases, violations, complaints, and investigation of same;
(3) All monies belonging to the county which were derived from impoundment fees, penalties, and sale of animals; and
(4) All other records deemed necessary by the County Board of Commissioners and/or the County Manager.
(Ord. passed 9-9-2013)