LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Louisville Metro Animal Services has a new director.
Andy McClinton was appointed to the role by Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg on Tuesday. McClinton retired from the Louisville Metro Police Department at the end of 2022.
"I am honored and excited to lead LMAS, which plays a critical role in protecting public safety and health by ensuring the humane treatment of our animals," McClinton said in a news release. "I look forward to working with the dedicated staff at LMAS and our other community partners to provide quality, professional services to our animals and to the people of Louisville."
According to the release, McClinton rose through the ranks of the Louisville Metro Police Department, serving as a member of the chief’s executive staff from 2017 until his retirement from the department at the end of 2022.
McClinton has also been involved with the Coalition for the Homeless, the West Louisville Business Association and Louisville Downtown Management.
He was one of 10 applicants for the position. Former LMAS director Ozzie Gibson and interim LMAS director Adam Hamilton and Stephanie Gumm, chair of Friends of Metro Animal Services, were part of the interview committee.
"Andy is a highly qualified and motivated leader with a proven track record of managing teams in high pressure situations," Greenberg said the release. "He was the unanimous choice by the interview committee and I know he will continue to build on the positive momentum we’re seeing at Louisville Metro Animal services and throughout Metro Government."
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