To: Board of Supervisors
From: Sheriff
Agenda Section: Consent
Vote Requirement: Majority
SUBJECT:
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Renewal of Professional Services Agreement for Veterinary Services with McKinleyville Animal Care Center for Fiscal Year 2026-27
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RECOMMENDATION(S):
Recommendation
That the Board of Supervisors:
1. Retroactively approve the Professional Services Agreement between McKinleyville Animal Care Center and the County of Humboldt (Attachment 1) to provide veterinary services for Fiscal Year 2026-27; and
2. Authorize the Chair of the Board to sign the agreement; and
3. Authorize the Sheriff to sign amendments and extensions to the agreement in accordance with Purchasing Policy and after review and approval by County Counsel, Risk Management, and the County Administrative Office.
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STRATEGIC PLAN:
This action supports the following areas of your Board’s Strategic Plan.
Area of Focus: Core Services/Other
Strategic Plan Category: 9999 - Core Services/Other
DISCUSSION:
The Humboldt County Animal Shelter in McKinleyville requires support from a nearby veterinary clinic to ensure that exams and procedures are available as needed and on an urgent basis. McKinleyville Animal Care Center is the only provider willing to contract with the county at this time that is near the Animal Shelter. The McKinleyville Animal Care Center has worked reliably with the county for years.
SOURCE OF FUNDING:
General Fund Contribution (1100-278), Spay/Neuter Fees from Trust (201001)
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Expenditures (1100,278) FY26-27
FY27-28 Projected* FY28-29 Projected* Budgeted Expenses $189,600 $195,288 $201,147 Additional Appropriation Requested $0 $0 $0 Total Expenditures $189,600 $195,288 $201,147 *Projected amounts are estimates and are subject to change.
Funding Sources (1100, 278) FY26-27
FY27-28 Projected* FY28-29 Projected* General Fund $189,600 $195,288 $201,147 Total Funding Sources $189,600 $195,288 $201,147 *Projected amounts are estimates a...
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