ADOPTED - SEPTEMBER 23, 2008

Agenda Item No. 31

Introduced by the Law Enforcement Committee of the:

INGHAM COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

RESOLUTION HONORING DR. MARI NICOL FOR HER SERVICE ON THE

ANIMAL CONTROL SHELTER ADVISORY BOARD

RESOLUTION #08-272

WHEREAS, Dr. Mari Nicol began serving on the Animal Control Shelter Advisory Board upon its establishment in October of 2003, as the veterinarian representative; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Nicol was a well-informed member of the Board who contributed a great deal of knowledge as she assisted the Animal Control Shelter Advisory Board in fulfilling its vital mission; and

WHEREAS, as a member of the Board, she demonstrated dedication, diligence, insight, and a strong commitment to the well-being of the animals housed at the Ingham County Animal Control; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Nicol also served as the veterinarian at the Ingham County Animal Control for a five-year period where she assisted shelter staff in providing veterinary care to over 35,000 animals; and

WHEREAS, after nearly five years of service, Dr. Mari Nicol is leaving her position on the Animal Control Shelter Advisory Board.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Ingham County Board of Commissioners hereby honors Dr. Mari Nicol for her years of service on the Animal Control Shelter Advisory Board.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board appreciates the contributions she has made to the citizens of Ingham County and wishes her the best in all of her future endeavors.

LAW ENFORCEMENT:  Yeas:  Holman, Copedge, Celentino, De Leon, Tennis, Schafer

     Nays:  None           Absent:  None        Approved 9/11/08