Internal Audit has released a new follow-up report covering operational changes made in response to the Audit of Animal Services (PDF).

Live release rate has significantly increased. While additional staffing has been added, more staff is likely needed to provide higher care levels as directed. A new animal care monitoring system significantly increases assurance that all animals receive minimum daily care, but could be further refined to improve consistency. An employee field manual has been created for officers. Formal guidance to control access to the animal shelter, animal shelter management system and vehicles are being implemented. Operating hour changes have been delayed till after the planned shelter remodel, and non-euthanasia drug inventory procedure have not been established.

Additional details can be found in the full Follow-Up Review of Animal Services (PDF) report.