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STRATEGIC OUTCOMES |
ACTION |
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Department: |
☐ Safe & Prosperous |
☒ Motion |
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Finance |
☐ Active & Appealing |
☐ Resolution |
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☒ Respected & Responsible |
☐ Ordinance - Introduction |
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Division: |
☒ Connected & Engaged |
☐ Ordinance - Adoption |
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Procurement |
☐ Unique & Creative |
☐ Public Hearing |
TITLE:
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Animal Services Agreement: Humane Society of Yuma
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SUMMARY RECOMMENDATION:
Summary Recommendation
Approve a two-year agreement with the Humane Society of Yuma (HSOY) to provide animal sheltering, enforcement support, and community education services. The agreement establishes funding of $425,000 in year 1 and $500,000 in year 2. (Administration) (Jennifer Reichelt)
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STRATEGIC OUTCOME:
This agreement supports the strategic outcomes of Respected and Responsible and Connected and Engaged by ensuring humane care for animals, transparent reporting, and responsible use of public funds, while also enhancing community safety through education, vaccination, and stray animal management.
REPORT:
The City of Yuma has partnered with the Humane Society of Yuma (HSOY) since 1985 to provide sheltering and humane care for stray dogs, sick or injured cats, and quarantine services, as well as community education programs. HSOY operates a licensed animal shelter with the staff, facilities, and expertise to provide medical care, adoption, and humane disposition services. The organization also delivers community initiatives such as low-cost vaccination clinics, microchipping events, and a Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) program that align with the City’s goals to reduce stray populations and promote responsible pet ownership.
The proposed two-year agreement reflects the increasing costs of shelter operations while providing both parties the ability to evaluate the actual cost of care and animal intake attributable to the City. Compensation is set at $425,000 in year 1 and $500,000 in year 2.
The agreement defines service expectations, reporting requirements, and collaboration between the City and HSOY. New provisions include:
- An annual presentation to the Mayor and Council;
- An annual partner meeting with all funding partners; and
- Defined reporting timelines and service metrics.
The agreement term extends through June 30, 2027. Contract negotiations will resume in October 2026 to allow adjustments to be considered during the City’s annual budget process.
FISCAL REQUIREMENTS:
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CITY FUNDS: |
$ 425,000.00
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BUDGETED: |
$ 425,000.00
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STATE FUNDS: |
$ 0.00
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AVAILABLE TO TRANSFER: |
$ 0.00
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FEDERAL FUNDS: |
$ 0.00
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IN CONTINGENCY: |
$ 0.00
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OTHER SOURCES: |
$ 0.00
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FUNDING: ACCOUNT/FUND #/CIP
General Fund
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TOTAL |
$ 425,000.00
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FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT:
Funding for year 1 ($425,000) is included in the FY 2025–2026 General Fund budget. Year 2 ($500,000) will be programmed into the FY 2026–2027 budget for Council consideration. No additional fiscal impact is anticipated beyond these appropriations.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS NOT ATTACHED TO THE CITY COUNCIL ACTION FORM THAT ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK:
NONE
IF CITY COUNCIL ACTION INCLUDES A CONTRACT, LEASE OR AGREEMENT, WHO WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ROUTING THE DOCUMENT FOR SIGNATURE AFTER CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL?
☐ Department
☒ City Clerk’s Office
☐ Document to be recorded
☐ Document to be codified
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Acting City Administrator: |
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John D. Simonton |
09/05/2025 |
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Reviewed by City Attorney: |
Date: |
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Richard W. Files |
09/04/2025 |