2014-06-17 Infrastructure and Services Committee Agenda

INFRASTRUCTURE & SERVICES COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA                               17 JUNE 2014


There are sufficient funds within the current budget to meet this request. Any income not used
this financial year must be carried over in the budget and used in accordance with section 53 in
following years.

Research has identified that de-sexed animals generally live longer, happier lives and their
temperament and overall health is greatly improved. Behavioural problems such as roaming,
displays of aggression in males and heat cycles in females are eliminated.

An increase in the percentage of de-sexed animals in the shire also potentially reduces animal
management complaints and provides an ongoing benefit to all residents through reduced animal
attacks and more responsible pet owners.

This request provides a great opportunity for Noosa Council to partner with the RSPCA to deliver
a positive message to the Noosa community.

Previous Council Consideration

Nil

Finance & Risk

The cost to Council will be $12,000. This expense can be funded from the existing animal
management budget.

Supporting this request will satisfy Council’s commitment to responsible pet ownership and
obligations under the Animal Management Act to promote responsible ownership of cats and
dogs.

Consultation

External Consultation - Community & Stakeholder

George Costi – Head of Qld Operations and Facilities Qld RSPCA

Internal Consultation

Simone Kay – Management Accountant

Departments/Sections Consulted:

x     Community Services                         Planning & Infrastructure
      Disaster Management & Public Order         Building & Plumbing Services
      Waste & Environmental Health               DA Planning
      Community Facilities                       Strategic Land Use Planning
      Cultural Facilities                        Asset Design & Investigations
                                                 Asset Planning
                                                 Civil Operations
                                                 Environment

      Executive Office                       x   Corporate Services
      Community Engagement                       Finance
      Customer Service                           ICT
      Executive Support                          Procurement & Fleet
      Governance                                 Property & Facilities
      Human Resources                            Revenue Services




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