Title
Consider/Discuss/Act on Appointing Lacy DeHorney to the Animal Service Facility Advisory Committee (ASFAC)
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Direction for Strategic & Economic Growth
(1D: Increase community involvement and participation within local government / community)
MEETING DATE: September 17, 2024
DEPARTMENT: City Secretary
CONTACT: Empress Drane, City Secretary
RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION: Appoint Lacy DeHorney to the ASFAC, for a full 2-year term effective October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2026
ITEM SUMMARY:
• Lacy DeHorney is the Animal Services Manager of Collin County, responsible for the daily operation of the animal shelter, and replacing Misty Brown who is now the Development Services Assistant Director.
• Current ASFAC Roster
Member Name Term Expiration
1. Richard Milam (city official) 2026
2. Moka Anderson (animal welfare) 2026
3. VACANT (shelter facility) 2026
4. Mary Alice Ketchum 2025
5. Ewa Cissik (veterinarian) 2025
6. Maredith Brennan 2025
7. Annette Miller 2025
8. Cheryl Darveaux 2025
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
• The ASFAC serves to assist animal shelters located within the city to comply with Texas Health and Safety Code, Chapter 823.
• In accordance with THSC and City Ordinances, the ASFAC must be comprised of at least four members, including at least one:
o Licensed veterinarian,
o Municipal official,
o Person whose duties include the daily operation of an animal shelter, and
o Representative of an animal welfare organization
FINANCIAL SUMMARY: N/A
BOARD OR COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: N/A