Repeal of Animal Control Advisory Board

At a glance

• What: Second and final reading of ordinance repealing the Animal Control Advisory Board (BMCC Sections 2-511 through 2-517) in its entirety.
• Where it stands: Ordinance adopted (second reading) on October 12, 2026, by a vote of 9-2.
• Why it matters: Councilmember Aguirre stated that removing advisory committees reduces opportunities for residents to engage directly with City government.

Vote (October 12, 2026)

Ordinance 26-5937 (second/final reading): Repeal of Animal Control Advisory Board

• Vote: 9-2
• In favor: Shaw, Nicholson, Neese, Pitman, Kennedy, Aspenlieder, Lindley, Boyett, O'Donnell
• Opposed: Aguirre, Nicholson

Discussion

Councilmember Aguirre opposed repealing the board, stating that removing advisory committees reduces opportunities for residents to engage directly with City government.

Sources

• Minutes (DRAFT): https://destinyhosted.com/bilmtdocs/2026/CC/20261012_2034/2049_10122026DRAFTMinutes.pdf
• Agenda: https://public.destinyhosted.com/24568/agenda/agenda.cfm?seq=2049

Log

2026-10-12 - City Council

Second and final reading of ordinance repealing the Animal Control Advisory Board (Ordinance 26-5937) passed 9-2. Councilmember Aguirre opposed, citing reduced resident engagement opportunities. Councilmember Nicholson also opposed.