Conduct a public hearing relating to a request from Animal Services to add additional funding for the position of Veterinarian and discuss (1) the reason for the funding transfer, including the public purpose that will be served by transferring the funding; and (2) the exact amount of the funding transfer, the sources of the payment, and the terms for distribution of the payment that effect and maintain the public purpose to be served if any excess is needed.
 
1. The reason for the additional funding request is to hire a qualified Veterinarian and perform spay and neuter surgeries, as well as other procedures, with in-house staff. The public will be well served by the role this position will play in controlling the animal population and providing quality care for the animals within the Shelter. The Animal Shelter Board is in support of this request.

2. The additional funding will be provided through donations in the amount $17,318.00, which will be paid through the normal bi-weekly payroll. No general fund dollars are needed.