Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a Proclamation recognizing April 12–18, 2026 as National Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week.

This week of appreciation is designed to give recognition to the hard working men and women of Animal Care and Control who risk their lives and devote huge amounts of personal time and resources, while they serve the public like other public safety and law enforcement agencies empowered with the same duties. It is a week when communities are encouraged to learn about what the job of Animal Control Officer really entails. Animal Control Officers risk their lives to protect the welfare of helpless animals and pets that are rescued from injury, disease, abuse and starvation. Animal Control Officers also provide the essential community functions of enforcing Animal Control laws, protecting the public from diseases such as rabies and educating the public on the proper care of the community's pets.