Mission and Values Statement for the
Animal Control Program

 
PET OF THE WEEK-- MEET GINA

Gina is approximately 16 months old.  She is an Akita mix, who, as a puppy, was seriously injured by a bicycle.  Because her previous owners were unable to obtain the necessary veterinary care for her broken leg, it had to be amputated.

Gina doesn't realize she only has three legs.  She runs and plays with the other dogs, enjoys going for long walks, and absolutely loves her swimming therapy.  She swims like a fish!

Gina is bilingual in Spanish and English, and is good with children, adults, other dogs and pretty much everyone with whom she has come into contact.  She enjoys riding in the car

For more information on Gina, or any of the other wonderful animals at our shelter, call 301.474.6124

 

 

MISSION STATEMENT:

It shall be the mission of the City of Greenbelt Animal Control Division to protect and service all of the citizens and animals of our community following the policies and procedures of the Department and enforcing all laws and regulations contained in Chapter 3 of the City Code (Animals and Fowls). We will strive to be the most ethical and humane animal control program. Our mission will be guided by the values of the City Council and the Department, which are: service to our community, integrity, responsibility/ accountability, professionalism, and pride in and enjoyment of our profession.

VALUES STATEMENT:

The City of Greenbelt Animal Control Division recognizes our contribution to the quality of life and a safe environment in our community through the provision of professional animal control services. We will meet the challenge of providing these services by basing our thoughts and actions on the following shared values:

SERVICE TO OUR COMMUNITY:

Animal Control is dedicated to providing prompt and humane response to animal- related problems in the City of Greenbelt. This includes, but is not limited to, the rescue of injured animals, the apprehension of animals at large, investigations of allegations of cruelty to animals, bite case investigations, the apprehension of vicious animals, assisting and monitoring the operation of the Dog Park, and the pick-up of dead animals.

We value the opportunity to provide service in a manner which is fair, courteous, responsible and efficient. An attitude of respect for, and the protection of, the worth, dignity and rights of all we service is the foundation or our animal control agency.

INTEGRITY:

We value candor, honesty, and ethical behavior in the members of our department. We are committed to uphold our positions of trust by maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct.

The City of Greenbelt Animal Control program is a vital City service since many Greenbelt residents are pet owners and lovers. The mission of animal control will be to provide protection and service to all members of the community, both animal and human. Through proactive public education and interaction, the City of Greenbelt can increase citizen's knowledge of responsible pet ownership, and animal behavior; and decrease potential cases of diseases; reduce the number of lost and abandoned animals; eliminate incidents of animal aggression and animal abuse, and reunite lost animals with their human families.


 

 

 

 

City of Greenbelt-Animal Control
Department of Planning and Community Development
15 Crescent Road
Greenbelt, Maryland
Phone: 301-474-6124 FAX: 301-345-5416