Executive/Council Action Form (ECAF)
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Motion 26-353, approving the animal relinquishment and redemption fees set by the Snohomish County Auditor
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DEPARTMENT: Auditor’s Office - Animal Services
ORIGINATOR: Brooke Powell, Chief Deputy Auditor
EXECUTIVE RECOMMENDATION: Approved by Alessandra Szebenyi 9/1/26
PURPOSE: Motion to update fees for animal relinquishment and redemption.
BACKGROUND: Pursuant to Title 9 of the Snohomish County Code (“Animals”), SCC 9.12.055 and SCC 9.12.110, authorizes the Auditor, which oversees the director of animal services, to set animal relinquishment and redemption fees, subject to approval by the County Council by motion. These fees are intended to cover costs associated with the impoundment and surrendering of animals, including a contracted shelter charge of $280 per animal, as well as apprehension and transportation costs when an Animal Control Officer impounds a stray animal. The shelter works with pet owners to find alternatives to surrendering animals to the shelter whenever possible.
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OTHER DEPARTMENTAL REVIEW/COMMENTS: Reviewed/approved by Finance (Nathan Kennedy 8/31/26)