Animal Control Advisory Board

Purpose of the Board

The Animal Control Advisory Board was established by municipal code to advise the Mayor and Assembly on all matters related to animal control in the Municipality of Anchorage. The board holds monthly meetings to:

• Gather public input
• Discuss animal-related issues
• Make recommendations to improve animal care and control

The Chief Animal Control Officer and the Animal Control Contractor provide technical expertise to support the board's work.

Major Board Activities

The board is dedicated to promoting the health, welfare, and safety of animals and people in our community. Key focus areas include:

• Strategic Planning: Enhancing animal care and control services by improving enforcement capabilities, increasing animal adoptions, reunifications, and rescues, expanding public education, and prioritizing facility needs.
• Policy Review: Evaluating and recommending updates to municipal ordinances related to animals.
• Community Safety: Encouraging the safe and responsible use of public spaces by pets and their owners.

Animal Control Advisory Board Regular Meetings

• When: Fourth Thursday of each month, 6–7:30 PM
• Where: Animal Care and Control Center Classroom, 4711 Elmore Road
• Public Attendance: Open to the public. View scheduled meetings

Title 17 Subcommittee Meetings

• When: Second Thursday of each month, 6–7 PM
• Where: Animal Care and Control Center Classroom, 4711 Elmore Road
• Public Attendance: Open to the public. View scheduled meetings

Board Members

The board consists of nine members appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the Assembly.

• Term Length: 3 years
• Reappointment: Commissioners may be reappointed for an additional 3-year term.
  

​Pamela Schamber-Chair

Staff Support for the Animal Control Advisory Board:​

Staff support for the Board is provided by the Administration D​ivi​sion, the Anchorage Health Department.  For more information call 343-4798​ or 343-4655.​