# Burke County Animal Advisory Board Meeting

**Body:** Burke County Government — Animal Advisory Board
**Date:** April 10, 2024 12:00 AM EDT (2024-04-10T00:00:00-04:00)

**Link:** https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2106

## Summary

The Burke County Animal Advisory Board will meet on April 10th to discuss a range of topics related to animal welfare in our community. A key focus will be on reviewing the monthly report from Animal Services, detailing intakes, adoptions, and other outcomes for dogs in the shelter. The board will also delve into ongoing investigations of animal cruelty cases, including updates on convictions and appeals, as well as a review of recommendations from an external consultant.

Several discussions are expected to inform future advice given to the County Commissioners, particularly regarding staffing needs and progress on the new animal shelter project. A significant opportunity for public engagement will be during the designated "Public Comment" period, where citizens can share their concerns or perspectives for up to three minutes. 

This meeting offers a valuable look into the challenges and ongoing efforts to ensure humane treatment of animals in Burke County. Residents interested in animal welfare, shelter operations, or related county policies are encouraged to attend the meeting or review future updates.

## Agenda

- [Approval of Minutes (March)](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2106/item/27161)
- [Monthly Animal Services Report – Presented by Kaitlin Settlemyre](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2106/item/27162)
- [Complete review of consultant’s comments / recommendations](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2106/item/27163)
- [Cases updates](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2106/item/27164)
- [Diane Mangrum case](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2106/item/27165)
- [Julie Sherrill – found guilty for nine of the 23 misdemeanor charges for animal cruelty. Sentenced to 1 year probation. Cannot own animals during the probation. Appealing](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2106/item/27166)
- [March Hoarding Case](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2106/item/27167)
- [October Cruelty Cases](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2106/item/27168)
- [Staffing](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2106/item/27169)
- [Program Needs](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2106/item/27170)
- [Foundation Report](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2106/item/27171)

## Documents

- [agenda_2024-04-10.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2106?document=4608)
- [agenda_packet_2024-04-10.pdf](https://sunshinemeetings.org/event/2106?document=4609)

## Sources

- [CivicClerk](https://burkeconc.portal.civicclerk.com/#!/events/782)