Operational Analysis and Feasibility of a Regional Animal Control Program

2026-11-03

Conduct Discovery and Stakeholder Engagement Identify and engage key stakeholders from Joplin and neighboring municipalities and counties generally within 20 +/- mile radius . Facilitate interviews , surveys , meetings , and focus groups to gather input on current practices , needs , and interest in regional collaboration and support . Interview related city management and staff . Assess Current Animal Control and Shelter Services Document existing area services , facilities , staffing , and budgets across multiple area jurisdictions . Evaluate gaps , overlaps , and opportunities for shared services and support . Evaluate Facility and Operational Needs Determine facility requirements including location , size , design , capacity , and growth projections . Provide operational policies , SOP ’ s , and best practices for shelter operation , ensuring compliance with State regulations and NACA guidelines . Outline staffing , equipment , technology needs for intake , management and invoicing , care , management , euthanasia , permitting and licensing , vaccination and veterinary care , disposal of animal waste and deceased animals , utilities , maintenance , utilities food , and placement . Staffing requirements and regional market compensation analysis for comparable positions . Analyze Governance and Funding Models Explore intergovernmental agreements , nonprofit partnerships , and public - private models . Develop cost - sharing frameworks based on population , service volume , or other equitable metrics . Policies developed should be tailored to Joplin and / or regional center , so that each City ’ s legislative body can eventually adopt them in ordinance form . Provide Financial Projections Estimate capital construction considering prevailing wage requirements , FFE , and operational costs . Identify potential funding sources including grants , municipal contributions , and fees from services . Projected income and operating expense considering the Hancock Amendment requirements . Provide a 5 - year proforma of operations Deliver Final Report Include findings , recommendations , and implementation roadmap . Provide in person PowerPoint presentation and final report to City Council .

Missouri

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