http://vancouver.ca/ctyclerk/cclerk/20080115/documents/motionb1.pdf
MOTION ON NOTICE
At the Regular Council meeting on December 11, 2007, Councillor Capri submitted the
following Notice of Motion which was recognized by the Chair:
1. Animal Services in the City of Vancouver (VanRIMS No. 11-4600-21)
MOVER: Councillor Kim Capri
SECONDER: Councillor Suzanne Anton
Whereas responsible pet ownership contributes to neighbourhoods and communities
that are safer, more enjoyable and more liveable for everyone;
Whereas licensing of pets in other cities has proven to be financially beneficial and
well-supported, as it helps the pets, their owners and the city;
Whereas other cities have demonstrated that licensing compliance of over 90% is
achievable;
Whereas the Vancouver animal services facility is inadequate for the current needs of
the city;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Staff are requested to work in cooperation with the
School Board and Park Board to:
1) Develop and pursue a self-sustaining funding model for dog licensing, urban
animal education, by-law enforcement and related programs;
2) Bring forward a request to the 2009-2011 capital plan for a new animal services
facility; and
3) Consider community partnerships which may assist in the City’s delivery of
animal services