HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes2015-013 CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA Sponsored by: Butts, Terry
RESOLUTION 2015-013
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,
ALASKA, PROVIDING IN-KIND CONTRIBUTIONS, INCLUDING CITY
LAND,FOR THE PURPOSE OF RELOCATING AND CONSTRUCTING A
NEW ANIMAL SHELTER
WHEREAS,the City of Seward's current shelter is outdated,small,has no restroom,is difficult
to clean,is located within a residential area,and mixes all types of animals causing a stressful and unsafe
environment; and
WHEREAS,the City of Seward recognizes the need for a more adequate animal shelter for the
citizens in this area; and
WHEREAS,the concept for a new shelter will meet Association of Veterinarians Shelter
Standards providing a clean, safe, quiet, and low-stress environment that will encourage adoption,
decrease disease, provide comfort,health; provide enrichment and hope for pets;be enjoyable for
caregivers; attract local and visitor volunteers; promote community hope and pride; and help
rehabilitate animals; and
WHEREAS,the City of Seward recognizes that"Cause for Paws"and"SOS Pets"are community
based entities leading community groups including the Seward Community Foundation, PUPS and
hundreds of businesses and residents in support of a new animal shelter; and
WHEREAS,successful fundraising events have been and continue to be held including the
Fur Ball, microchip clinics, pet parades, pet walks, Fourth of July softball tournaments, first aide
classes and ASLC Wildlife Rescue Run; and
WHEREAS,the City of Seward recognizes the public will benefit from contributions of an in-
kind match of land, materials and/or labor to what"Cause for Paws"and"SOS Pets"have raised for a
new animal shelter.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SEWARD,ALASKA that:
Section 1. The administration shall designate a parcel for the relocation and construction of a
new city animal shelter.
Section 2. Final site designation and in-kind contributions will return to Council by means of
additional resolution/s.
Section 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
RESOLUTION 2015-013
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward,Alaska,this 9th day
of February, 2015.
THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA
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can Bardarson,Mayor
AYES: Keil, Terry, Squires, Butts, Darling, Bardarson
NOES: None
ABSENT: Casagranda
ABSTAIN: None
ATTEST:
J•hanna ney, CMC
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