The Animal Protection Section is comprised of one supervisor, and five full-time animal protection officers who investigate and respond to vicious or stray animals, nuisance complaints, injured or ill animals, reports of cruelty or neglect, as well as other animal-related issues. Officers promote responsible pet guardianship through education, mediation, and enforcement.
Extreme Weather Shelter
An "Extreme Weather Shelter" will be open from Saturday, Jan. 18 through at least Tuesday, Jan. 21 to provide safe shelter for unhoused community members during the dangerous cold spell.