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DUNCAN SEEKS APPLICANTS FOR
ANIMAL MATTERS HEARING BOARD            For Immediate Release (Nov. 7, 1996)


     Montgomery County Executive Douglas M. Duncan is seeking applicants to
fill four vacancies on the Montgomery County Animal Matters Hearing Board. 
One regular and one alternate member vacancy must be filled by a
representative of the County Veterinary Medical Association. One regular and
one alternate member vacancy must be filled by a representative of recognized
animal fanciers' and breeders' groups.  One incumbent is eligible to apply for
reappointment.
     The board holds hearings to address complaints regarding animal-related
nuisances and issues any orders necessary for abatement, is responsible for
hearing and determining appeals regarding licenses that have been denied or
revoked by the Department of Police, Division of Animal Control and Humane
Treatment, and makes recommendations concerning the operation of animal
control facilities in the County.  Members serve three-year terms without
compensation and are required to file annual financial disclosure statements.
     Members attend two to four meetings per month on Tuesday and Thursday
evenings to conduct hearings. 
     Applicants should write by November 29 to County Executive Douglas M.
Duncan at the Executive Office Building, l0l Monroe St., Rockville, MD  20850. 

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A brief resume including work and home phone numbers should be enclosed. 
Members of County boards, committees and commissions may not serve on more
than one such group at a time.
     Duncan's appointments are subject to confirmation by the County Council. 
Applications of those selected for appointment are made public as part of the
confirmation process.
  
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