ACS Staff: Help Shape the Future of Our Shelter

The City is beginning the process of hiring a new Director for the San José Animal Care Center. This is a moment of real consequence—not just for animal welfare, but for every single worker in the building. The decisions made in the next few weeks will shape the direction of the shelter for years to come.

That’s why we need to speak up.

MEF-AFSCME Local 101 has launched an anonymous survey for current ACS staff to gather your input on what kind of leadership this shelter truly needs. Your responses will guide the union’s conversations with City leadership and help ensure that your voice is part of the hiring process.

🔗 Click here to take the anonymous survey
📄 Read the union’s letter to the City Manager about the hiring panel

This survey is completely anonymous. We will not collect names, emails, or any identifying information. We just want to hear from you—honestly and directly.

Too much is at stake to stay silent. For years, staff have raised concerns about safety, staffing, retaliation, and the need for real leadership. This is our opportunity to stand together and make sure those concerns are heard and respected.

If you’ve ever wanted things to change at the shelter, this is your chance to help make it happen. Let’s stand together and fight for the leadership we deserve.

In solidarity,
MEF-AFSCME Local 101