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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 13k - Animal Control ServicesDATE: June 18, 2019 TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council FROM: Robert Guthrie, Chief of Police By: Dr. Jennifer Brutus, Sr. Management Analyst SUBJECT: AMENDMENT TO THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH PASADENA HUMANE SOCIETY & SPCA FOR ANIMAL CONTROL SERVICES IN THE AMOUNT OF $90,702 Recommendation: Approve SUMMARY The existing Professional Services Agreement (“Agreement”) with the Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA (“PHS”) for animal control services expires on June 30, 2019. It is recommended that the City Council approve, and authorize and direct the City Manager to execute an amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with PHS from July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2020, in the amount of $90,702. DISCUSSION Since 1993, the City has had an agreement with PHS for animal control services. The Agreement specifies that, as soon as practicable, unarmed humane officers will be dispatched to handle Arcadia calls for service. In an effort to resolve dog licensing concerns, PHS has a canvasser go door-to-door throughout the City to make sure dog owners are in compliance. PHS also has a computerized licensing renewal system, and is working with local veterinarians in obtaining vaccination records and conducting follow-up contacts with pet owners. In addition, PHS offers low cost spay/neutering and vaccination services to Arcadia residents. The City's current annual Agreement with PHS requires the City to pay $88,060 for animal control services; however, to extend services for FY 2019-20, from July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2020, the fee will be $90,702. This agreement price reflects a 3% increase, which equates to $2,642 for staffing costs. Due to California’s recent increase in minimum wage, PHS is increasing employee pay rates to retain good employees and stay competitive. Professional Services Agreement Amendment for Animal Control Services June 18, 2019 Page 2 of 2 ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS The proposed action does not constitute a project under the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), and it can be seen with certainty that it will have no impact on the environment. Thus, this matter is exempt under CEQA. FISCAL IMPACT For the term of the Professional Services Agreement, from July 1, 2019, to June 30, 2020, the fee for animal control services will be $90,702. This amount has been budgeted in the City’s Operating Budget for FY 2019-20. RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the City Council approve, and authorize and direct the City Manager to execute an amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA for Animal Control Services in the amount of $90,702. Attachment: Proposed Professional Services Agreement Amendment No. 1