2021 MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING.PDF

Memorandum of Understanding
This Animal Transport Memorandum of Understanding (this “MOU”) is entered into as of this____ day
of ______________, 2021 (the “Effective Date”) and is made by and between__________________________, Maricopa County
a _______ Government organization having an address of ______________________ 2500 S. 27th Avenue, Phoenix AZ 85009 (the “Source Agency”) and The
Humane Society of Utah, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization having an address of 4242 South 300
West Murray, UT 84107 (the “Destination Agency”).
WHEREAS, Source Agency confirms its intent to transfer certain animals to the Destination Agency
and confirms it is the rightful owner of any animals that may be transferred and that such animals
have surpassed any applicable state or municipality required stray hold period; and
WHEREAS, Destination Agency has the desire, as well as the available space and sufficient
resources, to take ownership and possession of the animals with the intent of finding permanent
placement for the animals; and
WHEREAS, Destination and Source Agencies shall mutually arrange for the safe and humane
transport of the animals (“Transport”) through its own means or through the assistance of a
reputable third party carrier; and
WHEREAS, Source Agency shall transfer, and Destination shall accept, all rights, ownership, control
and responsibility of the animals in accordance with the terms of this Agreement.
NOW THEREFORE , in consideration of the mutual promises contained herein and for other good and
valuable consideration the receipt of which is acknowledged, the Agencies hereby agree as follows:

AGREEMENT:
1. Confirmation of the Viability of a Transport Program
Both Agencies have reviewed and confirmed the following:
a. Each Agency’s motivation for participating in animal transport
b. The impact on and capacity of each Agency to engage in animal transport
c.The impact on and capacity of each Agency’s community if that Agency participates in
animal transport
d. A high likelihood of improving the outcome for animals if a transport program is
implemented
e. A strong commitment to transparent collaboration
2. Key Transport Program Elements
The transport program operates within these parameters:
a. Public health and safety will be the primary concerns.
b. Agencies will be registered 501-C-3 or municipal organizations.
c. Agencies and all their representatives will abide by all local, state and federal regulations.
d. Humane standards of care will be afforded to every animal being transported.
e. Animal Transport Best Practices as outlined by The Association for Animal Welfare
Advancement will be utilized to establish and improve the program.
3. Terms
This MOU shall be effective as of the Effective Date written above and binding upon the
Parties until the notice of termination is provided by either Party of this MOU. A 30 day
notice of termination is desired but not required.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have, by their authorized agents, signed and
delivered this Agreement as of the Effective Date set forth above.
SOURCE DESTINATION AGENCY:
AGENCY:__________________________________ Humane Society of Utah
SIGNATURE:_______________________________
SIGNATURE:
PRINT:____________________________________
PRINT: Juli Ulvestad
TITLE:_____________________________________
TITLE: Operations Director
DATE: ____________________________________
DATE: 1/1/2021

Humane Society of Utah
Memorandum of Understanding
APPROVED AS TO FORM: MARICOPA COUNTY
By: _________________________________ By: _______________________________
Deputy County Attorney Chairman, Board of Supervisors
Printed Name: ________________________ Talia Offord Printed Name: ______________________ Jack Sellers
Date: ______________________________ Date: _____________________________
ATTEST:
By: _______________________________
Clerk of the Board
Printed Name: ______________________
Date: _____________________________