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NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES

includes Animal Services, Environmental Services & Code
Compliance

Neighborhood Services Department exists to provide quality services to the community for the
protection and promotion of the health, safety, welfare, property values, and environmental health of
the City of Burleson.

Animal Services Division protects the public health and safety, and welfare needs of citizens and
animals in the City of Burleson by responsibly and humanely enforcing animal-related laws; serving
as the rabies control authority; providing nourishment and a safe environment for unwanted, stray,
abused, and impounded animals; educating the public about responsible companion animal
ownership; investigating cases where animal care is questionable; and finding new loving homes for
homeless animals at our shelter.

Environmental Services Division is responsible for protecting public health and the environment
through programs such as storm water management, mosquito surveillance and control, public
health permitting/inspections/enforcement of food establishments and Keep Burleson Beautiful.
Environmental Services is prepared to respond to hazardous materials incidents at the request of
public safety and serve as the liaison between the city and the responsible party to ensure proper
cleanup and reporting. Environmental Services responds to complaints and takes enforcement action
as necessary.

Code Compliance Division protects property values and improves the health, safety, and welfare of
citizens by obtaining compliance with nuisance, building, zoning, land development, environmental and
other codes and ordinances through effective, expeditious and equitable enforcement of the codes.
The Division places an emphasis on achieving voluntary code compliance through education,
communication and cooperation.

Strategic Plan and Emphasis

 SFA 1: Beautiful, Safe and Vibrant Community
o Encourage a clean and healthy community through the promotion of positive
behaviors, sustainable practices, outreach programs and city services.

Future Goals in FY 2023-2024

Animal Services Division
 To increase off-site adoptions and programs with new trailer.
 Build a permanent steel cover for outdoor kennels.
 Increase adoptions to help with capacity.
 Increase volunteerism

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