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of animals based on demonstrated past noncompliance, rather than on designating a <br /> person as an "offender." <br /> 6. Strengthened Enforcement Authority and Due Process—The ordinance clarifies <br /> SBARC's authority related to investigations, inspections, impoundment, and enforcement <br /> actions. It also establishes detailed procedures for hearings before the Animal Welfare <br /> Commission, including notice requirements,appeal rights, and evidentiary standards. <br /> These updates enhance transparency and reduce legal risk by ensuring consistent due <br /> process protections. <br /> 7. Alignment with Current Practices—The revised Chapter aligns ordinance language <br /> with the City's current operational practices, including standardizing references to <br /> SBARC and codifying existing procedures such as impoundment and licensing processes. <br /> This alignment reduces inconsistencies between policy and practice and improves clarity <br /> for both staff and the public. <br /> 8. Improved Readability and Definitions—Definitions have been streamlined and <br /> reorganized, with outdated or redundant terms removed and key concepts clarified. The <br /> ordinance also incorporates more plain-language drafting to ensure residents can better <br /> understand their responsibilities and the City's processes. <br /> Conclusion <br /> These revisions modernize the City's animal care ordinance by providing clearer standards, <br /> stronger enforcement tools,and improved administrative processes. The updated Chapter is <br /> designed to enhance public safety,promote humane treatment of animals, and ensure more <br /> consistent and effective implementation of City regulations. <br />