NEW Agriculture STATE andi Markets YORK September 18, 2024 RECEIVED SEP23 OFFICE OF THE TOWN CLERK WINDSOR,NY Mark Odell Town Supervisor - Town of Windsor 124 Main St Windsor, NY 13865 Enclosed is the Municipal Shelter Inspection Report completed on 08/29/2024. This inspection relates to Agriculture and Markets Laws and Regulations which may be viewed on As the report indicates, dog shelter services werei rated "Unsatistactory" for reasons noted on the Please discuss this notice with municipal officials and take appropriate action sO that municipal Another inspection will occur in approximately (30) days after the date of inspection. It is Ifyoul have any questions regarding this inspection, please feel free to contact Hannah Hoelscher, the website below. report. shelter services are in compliance. anticipated that all deficiencies will be corrected by this time. Animal Health Inspector at. Dr. David M. Chico Veterinarian 3 (518)457-3502 Division ofA Animal Industry/10B/ Airline Dr. Albany, N.Y., 12235] (618)457-3502www.agicuturenygov DL-90 NEWYORK: STATE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND MARKETS MUNICIPAL SHELTER INSPECTION REPORT- - DL-90 Page 1of2 DIVISION OF ANIMAL INDUSTRY 10BAIRLINE DRIVE, ALBANY, NY 12235 Rating: Unsatisfactory30 Purpose:Inspection DATE/TOA: 8/29/24 1:00 pm BROOME COUNTY DOG SHELTER 110 CUTLER POND ROAD BINGHAMTON NY 13905 Inspector: Hannah Hoelscher Inspector #: 075 These are the findings of ani inspection of your facility on the date(s) indicated above: 1. Shelter is structurally sound No No No Various kennels/runs have severe rust damage, primarily where kennel/run attaches to flooring, which Indoor trash cans in kennel area do not have lids. Outdoor trash cans used for feces do not have lids. Various runs, both indoor and outdoor, in need df repair (chipped paint, rust on kennels, exposed wood) to maintain impervious surfaces to allow complete disinfection. While repairs have previously been made in some compromises integrity of kennel/run structure. 2. Housing area and equipment is sanitized regularly Receptacles used to disinfect fecal scoopers unclean, strong jodor. 3. Repairs are done when necessary areas, these repairs must also be maintained. regularly. 4. Dogs are handled safely 5.A Adequate space is available for all dogs 6. Light is sufficient for observation 7. Ventilation is adequate 8. Drainage is adequate 9. Temperature extremes are avoided Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes 10. Clean food and water is available and in ample amount 11. Veterinary care is provided when necessary 12. Dogs are euthanized humanely, by authorized personnel All dog food, treats, bones, etc.: must be stored off of the floor (ex: on a pallet) and open packages must be stored ins sealed containers to avoid contamination. by vermin, cleaning products, mopping, etc. 13. Complete intake and disposition records are maintained for all seized dogs Yes 14. Dogs transferred for purposes of adoption in compliance with Article 7 15. Redemption period is observed before adoption, euthanasia or transfer One dog euthanized by veterinarian without documentation as to why euthanasia was recommended/ medically necessary. 16. Owners of identified dogs are properly notified 17. Redeemed dogs are licensed before release 18. Proper impoundment fees paid before dogs are released 19. Written contract or lease with municipality DL-90 Page LOTK Town- - City - Village Information for Inspection: TCV CODE TCV NAME 0306 0307 0301 0303 0305 0308 0311 0314 0316 0317 Town of Dickinson Town of Fenton Town of Barker Town of Chenango Town of Conklin Town of Kirkwood Town of Nanticoke Town of Union Town of Windsor City of Binghamton REMARKS: REPRESENTATIVE PRESENT FOR INSPECTION: Elizabeth Falk REVIEWED BY: Emily Cacchione REVIEWED DATE: 09/17/2024 TITLE: Senior Kennel Staff Front Street Dog Shelter Update From Elizabeth Pfister- Windsor Town Clerk Bcc Dan Colwell Supervisor , Mark D. Spinner < Tim Hartings >, Gary! Hupman >, Khristine Secretary to m>, Mark Odell < Rich Hello, Iwanted tol let the Board) knowi that yesterday I attended thel NYSTCA regional training with thel Department of Ag & Markets about thei new Article 71 rules that willl bes goingi inj placei in December. Iasked about Unsatisfactory Shelter Inspection reports and what they do when a shelter is reported unsatisfactory for 91 months. Thel Director of Ag. &1 Markets, David Chico said they do not want to put undue financial stress on shelters or Towns by] penalizing or closing down shelters that have unsatisfactory reports. Ag & Markets will work withi thei facilities to get them into compliance and allowing them Thisi is a good thing for us really because II know thei fees for thel Humane Society are much higher than Front Street and they would run out of room tol house dogs which would cause majori issues fort the entire County and all Townsi ini it.Iwill to remain open. say that Ia am very grateful we do not haveal Town run: shelter- that sounds like a nightmare! Elizabeth "Liz" Pfister Town Clerk/Tax Collector RMO/Registrar of Vital Statistics/Notary Public NYSTCA District 6 District Director Town of Windsor 124 Main Street Windsor, NY 13865 Phone: 607-655-2023 option 3 Fax: 607-655-2027 Town Website: ww.windsorny.ore