9/2/26 Animal Control Advisory Board

The St. Mary's County Animal Control Advisory Board held a meeting on September 2, 2026, focusing on updates from the animal shelter, budget discussions, and board elections. Key procurement-related topics included the FY '28 budget planning, where members discussed potential capital improvements for the shelter building and staffing needs. The board also considered the possibility of purchasing surgical equipment to enable in-house spay/neuter surgeries, which may extend into the next budget cycle. Additionally, the board reviewed recent donations of pet food and litter, highlighting a significant in-kind contribution of 21 pallets for public distribution. A subcommittee was formed to review animal control ordinances to identify potential improvements. No formal votes on contracts or expenditures were recorded, but the board emphasized strategic planning and resource allocation for upcoming fiscal years.