Fayette Friends of the Animal Shelter Meeting Minutes Oct 8, 2024

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      • December 24, 2024 at 3:16 pm #1991

        Fayette Friends of the Animal Shelter

        October 8, 2024
        5:30 pm Fayette Civic Center

        Welcome and Introductions – Vicki called meeting to order and welcomed Carolyn
        Junkin.
        Report on the Animal Shelter as of 11 am:
        8 kittens, 5 adult cats 8 puppies, 8 adult dogs, 3 holds, adult dogs
        Grant Subject: Vicki reported that she plans to apply for a Fayette Community Grant for
        spaying and neutering on behalf of FOTAS. She added that FOTAS is in the process of
        getting a 501C3 non-profit status. Deadline for grant is October 31.
        Fund Raising Idea: Vicki explained that Barry offered to purchase a Limited Edition
        Rifle to raffle. He expects it to raise $6000.00 and plans to donate half of the proceeds
        to FOTAS. Members agreed that this would be a good fund raiser.
        Treasurer’s Report: Durel reported $3848.81 in checking account and $5 in savings
        account. He also mentioned that t-shirts can still be ordered.
        Social Media Report: Steve reminded members of our mission to help shelter animals
        get adopted and also to deter the number of unwanted pets by spaying and neutering
        efforts. He also encouraged members to advocate for the shelter to open on Saturdays
        and for volunteers to be allowed to responsibly take shelter pets to events that may
        result in adoptions.
        Steve also mentioned that FOTAS Facebook page has grown to 939 followers.
        Steve plans to add specific topics under FORUMS section of the FOTAS website and
        encouraged members to participate.
        Carly and Carson volunteered to develop a FOTAS TIK TOK and reels for FOTAS
        social media.
        Updates of FOTAS in the Community:
        Vicki thanked everyone for volunteering to man the FOTAS booth at the Fayette’s Arts
        Festival and the Frog Level Festival. She also thanked Carly, Carson and Steve for
        participating in Berry’s Homecoming parade. FOTAS will also be participating in
        Fayette’s Homecoming parade on Friday.
        Vicki proposed and members agreed on a Christmas get together in lieu of monthly
        meeting in December.
        Other Business: Vicki reported that she, Jane and Mrs. Toni met with Probate Judge
        Mike Freeman and he advised that he would meet with County Administrator to discuss

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        the Animal Shelter. Durel added that he too spoke to Mr. Freeman regarding shelter
        business on behalf of FOTAS. Vicki recommended that members reach out to their
        County Commissioners regarding Animal Shelter topics (opening on Saturday and
        taking animals to adoption events).
        Vicki will share info from animal shelter surveys on the website. She reminded
        members that all other shelters stated that Saturday is their busiest day of the week and
        that their animals are allowed to be taken outside of the shelter for events.
        Members agreed that letters to the local District Attorney, presiding Judge as well as a
        Letter to the Editor should be sent from FOTAS urging proper action and encouraging
        animal welfare involving a recent animal cruelty charge.
        Vicki reported that FOTAS mugs have been ordered.
        Adjourned at 6:40 pm

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