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  BOARD UPDATES
  Click here to review documents currently being edited by the Animal Control Board.

Currently, the Animal Control Board is creating minimum standards for pet stores and pet groomers.
   
The Animal Control Board has the responsibility to recommend goals and objectives, qualification requirements, and specialized training courses to the Animal Control Unit. The board issues permits and establishes minimum standards for persons who operate quarters where any animals are kept, maintained, exhibited or displayed.

APPOINTMENT OF BOARD MEMBERS

The Animal Control Board has 7 members. There is one representative from the Knoxville Zoological Gardens, Knox County Health Department, Knoxville Veterinary Academy, Knox County Humane Society and Animal Shelter, Knoxville Police Department, University of Tennessee School of Veterinary Medicine and one member from the public at large. These members serve four-year terms and are appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by City Council.

MEETINGS SCHEDULE

Board meets quarterly on third Thursday in the months of Jan., April, July and October at 1:30 p.m. at the Young Williams Animal Center at 3201 Division Street Knoxville, TN 37919. More meetings may be scheduled as needed.

NEXT MEETING: Jan. 18, 2024 at 1:30 pm at Young Williams Animal Center, 3201 Division Street.


BOARD MEMBERSHIP
Click here to view current board membership and to check for opportunities to serve on this board.