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SCOPE OF SERVICES A-1 Acceptance of Animals. The Humane Society of Vero Beach & Indian River County, Inc., (HSVB) shall accept approximately 400 to 500 animals monthly that are brought in by the general public and Indian River County Animal Control Officers. This shall include live strays, deceased animals for disposal, and owner -releases for adoption or euthanasia. Animal Control and Law Enforcement officers have access 24 hours per day seven days per week, including holidays, to turn in animals. A-2 Other Animals. The HSVB will accept all animals including exotics, birds and livestock. A-3 Special Handling. The HSVB will ensure that animals with police holds, quarantines or pets held in protective custody are kept in an isolated area not permitting the public to have access or visits. A-4 Care. The best possible care and treatment shall be given to all animals held in custody. Adequate housing and food shall be provided and the shelter shall not be overpopulated. The HSVB shall have veterinary services available during normal business hours. Owners will remain responsible for all routine/emergency veterinary care costs. A-5 Adoption. The HSVB shall make every reasonable effort to prepare and present animals for adoption by the public. Indian River County Animal Control Officers reserve the right to deem vicious animals unsuitable for adoption (i.e. Animal with history of vicious behavior). A-6 Euthanasia. The HSVB shall arrange and/or provide for the humane euthanasia and disposal of unwanted animals. This shall be accomplished in a manner approved by Federal or State regulations, and shall not subject such animals to any unnecessary pain. A-7 Facility Requirements. The shelter shall have an adequate number of dog kennels and cat cages, and isolation facilities for quarantined animals. The shelter will be able to provide an adequate outdoor exercise area for housed animals. The animal shelter shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. The shelter will be located in Indian River County. A-8. Licensing. The HSVB shall sell Indian River County animal licenses and provide a report with remittance of such fees to the Animal Control Division by the 10' day of the following month. The vendor will receive a processing fee, determined by County Ordinance, for sale of such licenses. A-9. Collection of Fees. The HSVB shall be responsible forthe collection and transmittal of redemption and impoundment fees to the Indian River Clerk of the Circuit Court on a weekly basis. A-10. Records. The HSVB shall keep comprehensive records and submit regular monthly reports by the 101 day of the following month to Indian River County Animal control. The report shall at the minimum include the number of impounds, disposition of animals, duration of stay and location animal was brought in from. A-11. Insurance. The HSVB shall maintain the required levels of insurance coverage at all times.